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Skills
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Automationunmatched
Bid Packagesunmatched
Biddingunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Construction Drawingsunmatched
Construction Scheduleunmatched
Control Systemsunmatched
Cost Estimatesunmatched
Database Administrationunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
Electrical Engineeringunmatched
Electricityunmatched
Instrumentationunmatched
Liquified Natural Gas (LNG)unmatched
Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
Mathematicsunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Motor Control Systemsunmatched
Oil and Gasunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Petrochemicalsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Pricingunmatched
Process Control Engineeringunmatched
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)unmatched
Project Engineeringunmatched
Project Estimatesunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Project/Program Managementunmatched
Proposal Writingunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Schematicsunmatched
Systems Administration/Managementunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Value Engineeringunmatched
Vendor/Supplier Evaluationunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) EstimatorLocation: Houma, Louisiana – Corporate OfficeEmployment Type: Full-TimeJoin Our TeamQPS is seeking a motivated and experienced Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) Estimator to join our Automation & I&E team at our Houma, Louisiana office. This position plays a critical role in preparing accurate and competitive estimates for industrial electrical, instrumentation, and automation projects across the oil & gas, petrochemical, energy, and industrial sectors.The ideal candidate will have technical knowledge of industrial electrical and instrumentation systems, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work closely with project managers, clients, vendors, and field personnel throughout the bidding process.Responsibilities
Prepare detailed cost estimates for industrial Electrical & Instrumentation projects.
Review drawings, specifications, bid packages, and customer requirements.
Perform quantity takeoffs for electrical, instrumentation, and control system installations.
Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
Develop labor hour estimates based on project scope and field conditions.
Prepare complete bid proposals, pricing summaries, and clarifications.
Coordinate with Project Managers, Engineering, Purchasing, and Operations during estimate development.
Attend site visits, walkthroughs, and pre-bid meetings as required.
Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions, and opportunities.
Maintain estimating databases, labor productivity factors, and material pricing.
Assist with value engineering and alternate pricing options.
Support project handoff meetings after award to ensure a smooth transition into execution.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial Electrical & Instrumentation estimating, project management, or field supervision.
Understanding of industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, PLCs, control panels, motor control centers (MCCs), and process control equipment.
Ability to interpret:
P&IDs
Electrical one-line diagrams
Loop drawings
Instrument index sheets
Control schematics
Construction drawings
Experience estimating labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and construction schedules.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Strong mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple estimates while meeting deadlines.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally for site visits and customer meetings.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience estimating projects within the oil & gas, petrochemical, LNG, or industrial process industries.
Knowledge of industrial electrical and instrumentation installation.