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Mechanical Estimator opportunity with Traylor Industrial

Founded in 1985, Traylor Industrial is a reputable, quality-driven, turn-key contractor focused on safety, service, and efficiency.

Traylor Industrial’s outstanding reputation is built on doing work right the first time. Our company has pioneered innovations in the field, which are now standard operating procedures in our industry. Our headquarters and facilities are based out of Evansville, IN. We have an average workforce of 100+ field employees, working on projects ranging from $20,000 to $50 Million.

Our vision is to be known as a versatile industry leader by continuing to enhance operations and to achieve consistent growth and financial success for the corporation, our team, and our customers.

Our mission is to safely deliver high-quality workmanship products and services at a competitive price.

Safety – We are committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment and encouraging a culture that promotes safe decisions.

Team – Our people are our greatest strength. We provide rewarding and fulfilling careers.

Quality – We are dedicated to providing a reliable quality service by completing the project right the first time.

Integrity – Our team is honest and ethical in all interactions.

Communication – We encourage effective, accurate, and timely communication.

Commitment – We are dedicated to the success of our team members, customers, and business partners.

Required Skills

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepare cost estimates for construction and maintenance projects. Aid management in bidding on or determining price and schedule. Some key task and responsibilities are:

• Read and comprehend all contract documents including specifications, project scopes, drawings and standards to prepare accurate project cost estimates
• Accurately take off material quantities from drawings to develop material and labor pricing
• Assemble scoped RFP’s for vendors and subcontractors to obtain pricing. Analyze, compare and select best value vendor and subcontractor proposals for inclusion in cost estimates
• Prepare schedules for proposal submission
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walk-downs to understand project scope, conditions, physical restrictions, etc.
• Escort subcontractors on site visits, walking them through the scope of work to obtain the most accurate pricing
• Attend post-bid review and project kick-off meetings with the owner as needed
• Attend in-house project turnover meetings from estimating to project management
• Understand and appropriately estimate the costs associated with safety and other project location specific work rules
• Participate in bid review and scope review meetings and be able to explain a projects scope and estimated project costs as well as assumptions and means/methods to upper management for approval
• Utilize historical cost data to develop cost estimates
• Maintain quality service by following organization standards
• Maintain continuity among corporate, division and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results and helping other estimators as needed
• Prepare detailed breakdown of cost estimates that facilitates review and understanding

Education and/or Work Experience Requirement:

• 5-10 years of field experience in industrial and power construction
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Time management skills
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology

Physical Demands

• Required to relocate to the project area
• Additional travel may be required to attend training and meetings.
• Ability to sit or stand for an entire shift
• Occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Required Experience

Qualifications:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Prepare cost estimates for construction and maintenance projects. Aid management in bidding on or determining price and schedule. Some key task and responsibilities are:

• Read and comprehend all contract documents including specifications, project scopes, drawings and standards to prepare accurate project cost estimates
• Accurately take off material quantities from drawings to develop material and labor pricing
• Assemble scoped RFP’s for vendors and subcontractors to obtain pricing. Analyze, compare and select best value vendor and subcontractor proposals for inclusion in cost estimates
• Prepare schedules for proposal submission
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walk-downs to understand project scope, conditions, physical restrictions, etc.
• Escort subcontractors on site visits, walking them through the scope of work to obtain the most accurate pricing
• Attend post-bid review and project kick-off meetings with the owner as needed
• Attend in-house project turnover meetings from estimating to project management
• Understand and appropriately estimate the costs associated with safety and other project location specific work rules
• Participate in bid review and scope review meetings and be able to explain a projects scope and estimated project costs as well as assumptions and means/methods to upper management for approval
• Utilize historical cost data to develop cost estimates
• Maintain quality service by following organization standards
• Maintain continuity among corporate, division and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results and helping other estimators as needed
• Prepare detailed breakdown of cost estimates that facilitates review and understanding

Education and/or Work Experience Requirement:

• 5-10 years of field experience in industrial and power construction
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Decision-making skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Time management skills
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology

Physical Demands

• Required to relocate to the project area
• Additional travel may be required to attend training and meetings.
• Ability to sit or stand for an entire shift
• Occasionally required to stoop, bend, walk, crouch, and climb.
• Ability to lift, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English clearly.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.