What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Estimator - Soft Crafts position at Palacios Marine & Industrial Coatings?
About The Company
Palacios Marine & Industrial (PMI) is a private, family-owned company whose strong growth over its past twenty years has been driven by our employees’ continual focus on RESPONSIVENESS, RELIABILITY and ACCOUNTABILITY. At our company, we are not beholden to Private Equity or Wall Street but to our customers and to our employees. This focus enables us to be an industry leader as a Full Turnkey Contractor, providing General Mechanical, Civil, Soft Crafts, Non-Destructive Testing, Facility and Industrial services for all Maintenance, Turnaround and Capital Construction opportunities.
About The Role
Located in our Pasadena, TX office, the Senior Estimator – Soft Crafts plays a crucial role in our industrial construction company, responsible for accurately assessing costs associated with soft craft services including scaffolding, coatings, insulation, fireproofing, and more. This position is pivotal in ensuring the competitiveness and profitability of our project bids. Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct detailed analysis of project blueprints, specifications, and other documentation to accurately estimate soft craft service costs.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather essential information for precise cost assessments.
- Utilize industry-specific software and tools to prepare comprehensive and competitive estimates.
- Stay updated on industry trends, material costs, and labor rates to ensure estimates reflect current market conditions.
- Review and validate subcontractor quotes and proposals for soft craft services.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and discussions with clients to gather additional project insights.
- Assist in the development of project budgets and provide ongoing cost support throughout project lifecycles.
What You’ll Bring to the Role:
· Proven experience in estimating multiple soft craft services (Scaffold, Insulation, Coatings, Fireproofing) in the
industrial construction sector.
· Solid experience in industry-standard estimation software and tools.
· Strong analytical and mathematical skills with acute attention to detail.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.
· In-depth knowledge of soft craft materials, techniques, and safety regulations.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
We will not accept any unsolicited resumes from any third-party recruiting agencies for this role at this time.
