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Per Sé Group · 20 hours ago

Senior Estimator

United States

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$67/hr - $77/hr

7+ years exp

Per Sé Group is seeking a Senior Estimator specializing in Electrical and Instrumentation within the oil and gas industry. The role involves developing accurate cost estimates for construction projects, requiring strong technical knowledge and analytical skills, while collaborating with various teams to ensure project success.

Staffing & Recruiting

Senior Management

Hiring Manager

Giovanni Garza

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed cost estimates, take-offs, and bid proposals for electrical and instrumentation scopes on oil and gas construction projects

Analyze project drawings, specifications, and contract documents to identify labor, material, equipment, and subcontract requirements

Demonstrate robust knowledge of hazardous area classifications (e.g., Class I, Division 1 & 2; Zone 0, 1, & 2) and apply applicable codes and standards (NEC, IEC, API, ISA)

Develop labor productivity assumptions and installation strategies specific to oil and gas environments

Collaborate with project management, engineering, procurement, and field leadership to validate scope, execution plans, and cost assumptions

Solicit, evaluate, and compare vendor and subcontractor quotations to ensure competitiveness and compliance with project requirements

Identify project risks and opportunities and incorporate appropriate contingencies into estimates

Maintain organized estimate documentation to support bid reviews, audits, and post-bid analysis

Participate in bid review meetings and provide clear explanations of estimate assumptions, exclusions, and clarifications

Utilize Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) at an advanced level to build estimating models, summaries, and presentations

Leverage AI language models and digital tools to improve estimating efficiency, data analysis, scope reviews, and documentation quality

Support continuous improvement initiatives related to estimating processes, tools, and best practices

Qualification

Estimating experienceE&I systems knowledgeHazardous area classificationsMicrosoft Office SuiteEstimating softwareAnalytical skillsField experienceAI tools knowledgeOrganizational skillsAttention to detailCommunication skills

Required

Minimum of 7–10 years of estimating experience in electrical and instrumentation construction, preferably within the oil and gas industry

Strong understanding of E&I systems, including power distribution, grounding, lighting, control systems, instrumentation, and automation

Demonstrated expertise in hazardous area classifications and construction requirements for oil and gas facilities

Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple estimates simultaneously, and meet tight bid deadlines

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

Strong analytical, organizational, and attention-to-detail skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

Experience estimating large-scale or complex oil and gas new construction projects

Familiarity with estimating software (e.g., Accubid, ConEst, Trimble, or similar)

Working knowledge of AI tools and language models (e.g., ChatGPT or similar) for improving workflow efficiency, document review, and data organization

Field experience in electrical and instrumentation construction

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (or equivalent industry experience)