Chief Industrial Mechanical Estimator

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**Job Title:**Chief Industrial Mechanical Estimator **Company:** Loenbro, LLC **Business Unit/Department:**Loenbro Industrial Construction **Location:** Dallas, TX **Reports to:** Preconstruction **Employment Type:** Full Time **FLSA Classification:** Exempt **About Loenbro** Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care. **At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose.**Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation. **Job Summary**The Chief Estimator will be responsible for providing full estimating and proposal preparation for all types of industrial facilities, including both new construction and maintenance, for projects up to $20M in value. Estimates will cover all types of contracts and include civil, structural, and mechanical work in energy, mining, power, manufacturing, pulp/paper, agricultural, pharma, and other industries which Loenbro serves. **Essential Job Responsibilities** - Coordinate attendance to bid meetings and walk throughs at various client locations to determine project scope, complexities, accessibilities, and required content of proposal. - Review instructions and proposal specifications, drawings, technical data necessary to provide a complete proposal for the customer. - Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, previous proposals, job reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures for cost and production-based estimates. - Prepare full-scope estimates on small, medium, and large-scale projects, in a timely and accurate manner. - Provide a project/estimate turnover and technical support for projects as needed to ensure effective project implementation. - Review Field Change Orders for assigned projects and provide estimates if necessary. - Ensure all documentation is maintained to support estimate figures. - Work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other management staff, as needed, in the preparation and final evaluation of bids. - Secure best possible material and subcontracting costs by evaluating multiple quotes and proposals. - Perform additional responsibilities as required or assigned by Preconstruction Manager. - Tracking of RFP submissions from receipt to submission to client feedback - Tracking of win/loss rate (evaluated by both number of estimates and dollar value of estimates) - Development of historical cost and production database, activity code book, and standardized cost codes - Delegate/assist project managers with various estimates and RFP responses. - Constantly evaluate the proposal and RFP response process to look for efficiencies and improvements that can be implemented. - As needed with revenue growth, build a team to support the estimating process **Minimum Qualifications** **Required:** - 5+ years heavy industrial/process facility experience in cost estimating and cost control in the civil, structural, mechanical, or piping fields. - Strong knowledge of estimating techniques, engineering disciplines, and cost control techniques. - Ability to estimate all types and sizes of projects. - Ability to prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision. - Knowledge of the industries in which Loenbro operates. - Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and good organizational skills. - Experience with HCSS Heavy Job or similar job costing program. - Experience with P6 or similar scheduling software. - Experience with Viewpoint or similar account software. - Experience with Heavy Bid or similar estimating software. - Proficient with all Microsoft Office products. - Ability to work on multiple projects at one time. - Must be able to manage occasional heavy workloads and quick turnaround times on estimates. - Periodic travel to job sites may be required. - Completion of OSHA or equivalent safety training. - Driver’s license with a clean driving record. **Potential Hazards:** - Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures - Exposure to manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environment - Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels - Limited working surfaces - Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors - Exposure to areas with limited visibility **Physical Demands and Work Environment:** - Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights) - Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks - Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following: - Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day - Standing - Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel - Use of respirator if position requires - Driving if required to travel - If driving is required, valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search. *This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.* **Benefits** Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team: - Medical, dental, and vision insurance - 401(k) retirement plan with company match - Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay - Life and disability insurance - Professional development and training opportunities - Employee assistance program (EAP) *Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.* Guided by **Core Values (LEAD)**, grounded in **grit** and a **commitment to excellence**, Loenbro **betters** our families, customers, and**local** communities. If you’re ready to be part of a company that **LEADS** by: - **L****iving with Integrity** - **E****xceeding Expectations** - **A****cting with Urgency** - **D****elivering Excellence** …we want to hear from you. **Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer** This job will remain open until filled.