8+ years of relevant estimating or construction/shop fabrication experience.
Experience in fabrication estimating, including material takeoff and shop labor development.
Proven ability to lead complex, high-risk pursuits with minimal oversight.
Advanced skills in cost development, risk evaluation, and QA/QC coordination.
Mentorship capability to influence consistent estimating practices.
Proficient in estimating software and able to interpret fabrication drawings and specifications.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed.
Responsibilities
Lead fabrication estimates from planning through proposal and turnover.
Review technical documents to establish quantities and execution assumptions.
Conduct independent QA/QC for fabrication estimates and reconcile costs.
Develop detailed estimates for fabricated products and assemblies.
Estimate various fabrication processes using documented production rates.
Evaluate quotes for materials and services required by specifications.
Advise on fabrication sequence, procurement lead times, and risk management.
Benefits
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).
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior Fabrication Estimator
Company: Loenbro, LLC Business Unit/Department: Loenbro Industrial Construction Location: As Assigned Reports to: Chief Estimator Employment Type: Full Time FLSA Classification: Exempt
Job Summary The Senior Fabrication Estimator is an experienced technical estimator responsible for complex fabrication pursuits across the company's fabrication capabilities. The role develops complete fabrication estimates, leads technical reviews, advises leadership and Operations, and mentors estimators without requiring formal personnel-management responsibility. Estimates address material procurement, shop labor, equipment, subcontract services, quality requirements, and delivery. Structural steel and piping fabrication experience is preferred. Technical complexity, risk, specialization, and review structure govern assignment.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Lead fabrication estimates from pursuit planning through proposal and turnover, defining shop fabrication, delivery, and any field scope boundaries. Estimating will not be limited to fabrication only if necessary.
Review drawings, specifications, models, bills of material, and applicable fabrication details to establish quantities, fabrication requirements, scope gaps, and execution assumptions.
Lead estimate reviews and provide independent QA/QC for fabrication pursuits, reconciling quantities, material costs, labor hours, exclusions, and pricing.
Develop conceptual and detailed estimates for fabricated products and assemblies within the company's capabilities, including materials, labor, equipment, subcontract services, and delivery.
Estimate cutting, forming, machining, fitting, welding, assembly, handling, and loading, as applicable to the scope, using documented shop production rates and fabrication requirements.
Obtain and evaluate quotes for raw materials, purchased components, detailing, coatings, specialty fabrication services, inspection, testing, freight, and other services required by the specifications.
Advise Operations and leadership on fabrication sequence, shop capacity, procurement lead times, material waste, risk, contingency, value engineering, and commercial position.
Mentor estimators and improve technical consistency without requiring formal personnel-management responsibility.
Develop and maintain fabrication labor factors, material pricing, shop productivity benchmarks, weld quantities, historical cost data, and estimating tools and templates.
Lead estimate turnover and lessons learned for assigned pursuits, communicating the basis of estimate, production assumptions, procurement requirements, inclusions, exclusions, and delivery commitments.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
Minimum of 8 years of relevant estimating or equivalent directly applicable construction or shop fabrication experience.
Fabrication estimating experience, including material takeoff, shop labor development, supplier pricing, and fabrication methods.
Demonstrated success leading complex or high-risk pursuits with minimal oversight.
Advanced capability in fabrication cost development, estimate strategy, risk evaluation, QA/QC, and coordination with shop Operations, detailing, procurement, and project teams.
Ability to mentor others and influence consistent estimating practices.
Proficiency with estimating, digital takeoff, spreadsheet, reporting, and document-management systems; ability to interpret fabrication drawings, models, and specifications.
Ability to travel periodically to offices, client locations, and project sites.
Valid driver's license and insurability when driving is required.
Working knowledge of applicable fabrication codes and standards, welding requirements, material specifications, inspection and testing requirements, and their effects on cost and schedule.
Preferred:
Structural steel and piping fabrication estimating experience preferred, including structural drawings, connection details, piping isometrics, and pipe spool fabrication. Experience with conceptual fabrication pricing, model-based quantity takeoff, and shop production planning is also preferred.
Technical training, shop or field experience, or professional certification.
Proficiency with HCSS HeavyBid and/or Tekla software preferred.
Potential Hazards:
Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures
Exposure to manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environment
Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors
Exposure to areas with limited visibility
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Potential or periodic requirements may include the following:
Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day
Standing
Sitting, stooping, crawling, and kneeling
Use of respirator if position requires
Driving if required to travel
If driving is required, a valid driver's license and proof of insurability are required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.
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.
