What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Estimator position at Prime Controls?
Overview
Introducing Prime Controls
Established in 1991, Prime Controls is a family-owned Systems Integration and I&C Construction firm dedicated to meeting clients' industrial automation and control requirements. As a Main Automation Contractor, we offer comprehensive solutions, supported by our size, expertise, and extensive experience. With a professional team of over 850 employees, Prime Controls serves customers nationwide from our Dallas, Texas headquarters and offices throughout the South-Central United States. Our mission is to deliver the highest quality professional services while prioritizing our employees' well-being and fostering an exceptional workplace environment.
What You Will Do
If you are an entry-level Estimator looking for an opportunity to grow and develop professionally, Prime Controls has an exciting opportunity for you based in our Lewisville, Texas office! As a Junior Estimator, you will support the estimating team by reviewing project documents, assisting in cost estimation, and preparing material and labor take-offs. You will work closely with senior estimators, project managers, and vendors to ensure accurate and competitive project bids.
A Typical Day at Prime Controls
- Assist in reviewing drawings, specifications, and RFPs to help develop cost estimates.
- Gather material and labor cost data to support senior estimators in bid preparation.
- Utilize estimating software and tools to organize quotes and maintain pricing databases.
- Support the analysis of historical cost data to improve accuracy in future estimates.
- Coordinate with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain pricing information.
- Participate in pre-submittal meetings and job walks to gain insight into project requirements.
- Assist in tracking project costs and identifying discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of estimating processes and methodologies.
What You Will Bring
- Basic understanding of Instrumentation and Control Systems
- Basic understanding of Water / Wastewater or related applications
- Familiarity with PLC controlled electrical/mechanical systems.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Knowledge of estimating tools and PDF applications such as Bluebeam and Adobe (preferred).
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Eagerness to learn and grow within a collaborative team setting.
- Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
What We Offer
Full-time employees enjoy a great benefits package, including but not limited to:
- Health, Dental, and Vision coverage
- Flexible Spending Account(s)
- Generous PTO
- Numerous culture events
- 401K matching and more!
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities may be made to enable them to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities may be made to enable them to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
