$95,000–$115,000 Per Year
Analysis Skills, AutoCAD, Baseline Schedule, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Budget Management, Budgeting, Capital Project, Change Requests/Orders, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Consulting, Contract Manufacturing, Cost Analysis, Cost Estimates, Cross-Functional, Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP), Design Services, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Drug Manufacturing, Engineering, Engineering Drawing, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Facilities Management, Facilities and Maintenance, Forecasting, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), Industrial Engineering, Industry Standards, Insurance, Manufacturing, Microsoft Project, Multitasking, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Primavera, Problem Solving Skills, Progress Reports, Project Control, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Proposal Development, Risk Analysis, Schedule Development, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Writing Skills
On-Board Engineering is hiring a Estimator / Scheduler!
For immediate consideration please send your resume to
resumes@onboardusa.com
Subject Line: Position Title and State you are Located
About Us:
On-Board Engineering is a leading Engineering, Procurement, and Construction Management (EPCM) firm delivering complex infrastructure and industrial projects across multiple sectors. We are committed to technical excellence, safety, and delivering high-quality solutions to our clients.
Position Details:
Position Type: Full Time
Job Location: East Windsor, NJ or New Castle, DE
Benefits: Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, 401k, Life Insurance
Compensation: $95K - $115K annually, depending on experience
On-Board Engineering
On-Board Engineering is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Estimator / Scheduler to support industrial, commercial, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing projects within our EPCM organization. This role is ideal for a professional with strong estimating, scheduling, and project coordination experience in engineering and construction environments.
The Estimator / Scheduler is responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates and developing detailed project schedules for engineering, procurement, and construction projects within an EPCM environment. The successful candidate will support project planning, budgeting, resource forecasting, and schedule management for capital and maintenance projects across pharmaceutical, industrial, manufacturing, and commercial facilities.
The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
Estimating
- Prepare conceptual, budgetary, and detailed cost estimates for:
- Industrial facilities
- Pharmaceutical and biotech facilities
- Cleanroom environments
- Commercial and manufacturing projects
- Review engineering drawings, specifications, and project documents to develop accurate cost estimates.
- Perform quantity takeoffs for labor, materials, and equipment.
- Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
- Develop cost breakdown structures and estimate summaries.
- Assist with change order pricing and cost analysis.
- Support proposal development and bid submissions.
Scheduling
- Develop and maintain project schedules using industry-standard scheduling software.
- Create:
- Baseline schedules
- Resource-loaded schedules
- Progress tracking reports
- Look-ahead schedules
- Monitor project progress and identify schedule risks or delays.
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and client teams to maintain schedule accuracy.
- Assist project managers with schedule forecasting and recovery plans.
Project Controls & Coordination
- Support project budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Track project costs, schedule performance, and productivity metrics.
- Participate in project review meetings and provide schedule and cost updates.
- Maintain project documentation and reporting systems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field preferred.
- Relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of experience in estimating and/or scheduling within:
- EPCM environments
- Industrial construction
- Pharmaceutical or biotech facilities
- Manufacturing or commercial projects
- Experience with capital projects and maintenance shutdowns preferred.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency with:
- Primavera P6
- Microsoft Project
- Excel
- AutoCAD (preferred)
- Estimating software platforms
- Strong understanding of:
- Construction sequencing
- Cost estimating methodologies
- Project controls
- Engineering and construction workflows
- Familiarity with GMP/cGMP environments and cleanroom projects is a plus.
Soft Skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
- Detail-oriented with strong accuracy in reporting and analysis
On-Board was founded in 1976 by Robert L. Wilson to provide Engineering and Design services to the chemical manufacturing industry. Today, On-Board is a thriving privately held family of companies with services including: Consulting, Professional Engineering, Industrial Maintenance and Facility Management, Contracted Manufacturing and Production Services, as well as Temporary Staffing and Recruiting throughout North America.
The On-Board Family of Companies conducts operations through its Corporate Headquarters located in East Windsor, NJ along with Regional Offices in New Castle, DE and Wake Forest, NC. On-Board’s Mission is to provide “Flexible Service by applying the talents of our people, work processes and technology to meet our clients’ expectations in a Safe, Responsible and Dependable manner.”
On-Board Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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