Construction Estimator
On-siteTempe, Arizona, United States
Job Summary
Prepare detailed cost estimates for semiconductor process piping, plumbing, and process utility projects by analyzing drawings, specifications, P&IDs, and contract documents. Perform quantity takeoffs for piping systems and separate BIM models into spool drawings for off-site pre-manufacturing. Develop labor, equipment, and material cost estimates while evaluating risks and incorporating contingencies. Partner with customers during pre-bid discussions and site walks to validate scope, identify value engineering opportunities, and resolve constructability questions. Build and maintain estimating databases, develop automated tools using advanced Excel, and participate in executive-level estimate reviews to ensure profitability and project wins.
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of estimating experience within semiconductor construction process piping
- Demonstrated expertise in semiconductor piping systems, including specifications, materials, installation methods, and quality requirements
- Strong understanding of P&IDs
- Strong understanding of site walks
- Strong understanding of project constructability
- Strong understanding of mechanical drawings
- Strong understanding of process utility systems
- Extensive experience estimating high purity piping
- Extensive experience estimating mechanical piping
- Extensive experience estimating process piping
- Extensive experience estimating plumbing systems
- Strong customer communication and relationship management skills
- Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency, including development of estimating models, automated calculations, dashboards, and analytical reporting tools
- Experience developing estimating spreadsheets, templates, and automated estimating tools
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline
- Experience estimating chemical delivery equipment and process systems
- Background in chemical system design and build
- Experience with modular fabrication and off-site manufacturing
- Familiarity with ERP and estimating software platforms
- Knowledge of Lean Construction and continuous improvement methodologies
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