Chief Industrial Mechanical Estimator

**Job Title: **Chief Industrial Mechanical Estimator

Company: Loenbro, LLC **Business Unit/Department: **Loenbro Industrial Construction Location: Dallas, TX Reports to: Preconstruction Employment Type: Full Time FLSA Classification: Exempt

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners. We have a national presence but a local approach—every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care.

**At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose. **Join a team where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work helps maintain and enhance the critical infrastructure that powers communities across the nation.

Job Summary** **The Chief Estimator will be responsible for providing full estimating and proposal preparation for all types of industrial facilities, including both new construction and maintenance, for projects up to $20M in value. Estimates will cover all types of contracts and include civil, structural, and mechanical work in energy, mining, power, manufacturing, pulp/paper, agricultural, pharma, and other industries which Loenbro serves.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Coordinate attendance to bid meetings and walk throughs at various client locations to determine project scope, complexities, accessibilities, and required content of proposal.
• Review instructions and proposal specifications, drawings, technical data necessary to provide a complete proposal for the customer.
• Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontracts, previous proposals, job reports, etc. into unit and man hour figures for cost and production-based estimates.
• Prepare full-scope estimates on small, medium, and large-scale projects, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Provide a project/estimate turnover and technical support for projects as needed to ensure effective project implementation.
• Review Field Change Orders for assigned projects and provide estimates if necessary.
• Ensure all documentation is maintained to support estimate figures.
• Work with Project Managers, Superintendents, and other management staff, as needed, in the preparation and final evaluation of bids.
• Secure best possible material and subcontracting costs by evaluating multiple quotes and proposals.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required or assigned by Preconstruction Manager.
• Tracking of RFP submissions from receipt to submission to client feedback
• Tracking of win/loss rate (evaluated by both number of estimates and dollar value of estimates)
• Development of historical cost and production database, activity code book, and standardized cost codes
• Delegate/assist project managers with various estimates and RFP responses.
• Constantly evaluate the proposal and RFP response process to look for efficiencies and improvements that can be implemented.
• As needed with revenue growth, build a team to support the estimating process

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• 5+ years heavy industrial/process facility experience in cost estimating and cost control in the civil, structural, mechanical, or piping fields.
• Strong knowledge of estimating techniques, engineering disciplines, and cost control techniques.
• Ability to estimate all types and sizes of projects.
• Ability to prepare complex proposals with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of the industries in which Loenbro operates.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and good organizational skills.
• Experience with HCSS Heavy Job or similar job costing program.
• Experience with P6 or similar scheduling software.
• Experience with Viewpoint or similar account software.
• Experience with Heavy Bid or similar estimating software.
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at one time.
• Must be able to manage occasional heavy workloads and quick turnaround times on estimates.
• Periodic travel to job sites may be required.
• Completion of OSHA or equivalent safety training.
• Driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Potential Hazards:

• Potential exposure to extreme cold and hot temperatures
• Exposure to manufacturing, pipeline, and refining environment
• Fit and move in confined spaces including tanks and vessels
• Limited working surfaces
• Exposure to noise above 85 decibels and intense odors
• Exposure to areas with limited visibility

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms (scaffolding at significant heights)

• Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1-50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks

• Potential or Periodic amounts of time for the following:

• Walking on uneven terrain, with an average of 2 miles per day

• Standing

• Sit, stoop, crawl, and kneel

• Use of respirator if position requires

• Driving if required to travel

• If driving is required, valid driver license and proof of insurability is required. All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.

This role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro's Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

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.

Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and** local** communities. ** **If you’re ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:

• ** L **iving with Integrity
• ** E **xceeding Expectations
• ** A **cting with Urgency
• ** D **elivering Excellence

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This job will remain open until filled.