Pipeline Estimator

Job Title: Pipeline Estimator West Company: Loenbro, LLC Business Unit/Department: Preconstruction Location: Wyoming - hybrid option Reports to: Chief Estimator 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 This position is responsible for working with the Estimating Group to provide complete proposal packages for client turnover. The individual filling this role will be responsible for estimating projects the size and scope of up to $25M, depending on the complexity of the project and the amount of self-performance work. Essential Job Responsibilities: Estimate projects of size and scope upwards of $25MM, depending on the complexity of the project and the amount of self-performed work. Develop estimates for lump sum, unit price, Time & Material, and T&M Not to Exceed based projects. Attend virtual and/or on-site pre-bid meetings/shows. Be willing to travel to on-site bid shows located in the Rocky Mountain region and the Dakotas. Read and understand all bid documents. These are to include all drawings, scope of work, contract documents and project specific specifications. Draft pre-estimate checklist & opportunity matrix based on information from the bid documents and pre-bid meeting. Set up bid review meetings with internal staff (PM’s, Area Managers, Superintendents). Review Request for Information (RFIs) to address questions throughout the bid process. Perform quantity take-offs and use to develop estimate. Assign labor, equipment, materials and subcontractors to the task quantities. Contact subcontractors and vendors for pricing/quotes. Expectation of 3 estimates per trade or material. Understand project requirements and assign indirect costs for project oversight, safety, and miscellaneous consumables. Capacity to break projects down to a granular level to establish the work breakdown structure that can be directly transferred to the project reporting/tracking structure. Ability to pull information from multiple sources and compile into a comprehensive, easy to understand bid proposal. Generate cashflow table and project risk analysis reports and associated contingency evaluation. Generate all submittals called for in the RFQ. Compile all exceptions & clarifications. Generate project schedule and resource loading reports. Lead bid review meetings and provide information as necessary. Answer post bid/shortlist questions and participate in customer-led post bid review meetings. If awarded, compile all bid information and disseminate into appropriate project folder files. Lead project turn-over meetings, work with operations throughout the pre-con phase. Apply pragmatic analysis of overall project execution process to ensure estimate reflects the efficient execution of the project. Minimum Qualifications Required: Minimum of 5 years of experience in pipeline and oil/gas industry estimating OR Bachelor's degree in construction management / Engineering or other relevant discipline with 3 years' experience in Oil & Gas Construction Scheduling experience with MSP or P6. Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite emphasis o…