AIC- Estimations Engineer

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com

Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time Estimation Engineer to work in our Canonsburg PA, office. The hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Estimation Engineer will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee.

The ideal candidate will be an expert with costing and know the sizing/selection of industrial equipment/instruments. The candidate will be technically solid with engineering programs and also have experience in wastewater piping.

 Job Description:

• Generate and maintain proposal-specific costing data.
• Obtaining vendor/contractor quotes and working in conjunction with the Application Engineers during the proposal development stage
• Cross-check quotations during the proposal development stage against project specifications and confirm compliance or request revisions from the vendor.
• Maintain proposal database
• Responsible for developing and maintaining existing quote log files with pre-bid quotes, project quotes, and project PO data for EPC-related items like:
  • Civil works
  • Concrete
  • Mechanical Equipment Installation
  • Piping Installation
  • Site Fabricated Tanks
  • Pipe Racks and Pipe Supports
  • Building
  • MEP Building works
  • E & I Installation
  • BOP Installation

• Developing EPC RFQs and verifying supplier quotations against customer specifications to ensure compliance.
• Preparing material estimates and labor hour estimates for the installation activities
• Developing and maintaining relationships with company vendors and contractors
• Managing bids from vendors and contractors
• Using bid data to prepare a detailed cost analysis
• Prepare estimates using estimating software like RS Means & Sage (Formerly Timberline)
• Presenting prepared estimates to the Project Manager & Management.
• Compiling and recording actual costs.
• Other duties as assigned. 

Skill Requirements:

• Understanding of water treatment process equipment units as well as rotating equipment, valves, instrumentation, fabricated equipment, etc.
• In-depth knowledge of various factors which can impact the overall cost of a particular piece of equipment including size, material(s) of construction, certification / approval requirements, inspection & testing requirements, sourcing restrictions, etc.
• Ability to navigate and interpret customer specifications, identify key items which would have significant cost impact and apply these to equipment selection when necessary
• Experience developing equipment RFQs and crosschecking supplier quotations against customer specifications to ensure compliance
• Ability to identify and take advantage of cost-saving opportunities through design optimization of engineering equipment
• Experience in using SAP

Benefits:

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Job Demands:

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking and standing.

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Minimum Five (5) or more years of experience working as an Estimation Engineer
• Experience in the estimation of Civil works, Mechanical Installation works (Heavy Industrial), Building works, MEP, and E & I Installation work.
• In-depth knowledge of labor costs per trade and by region/ location.
• Hands-on experience with RS Means & Sage (Formerly Timberline) estimating software.