[Hiring] SIP Estimator @Loenbro

Role Description

The SIP Estimator is responsible for working with the Estimating team to develop accurate, competitive, and comprehensive scaffolding, insulation, and painting & coatings estimates for complex industrial projects. This role oversees the full SIP estimating process, including:

• Quantity takeoffs of surface area, linear footage, and scaffold volume
• Labor and equipment analysis
• Material pricing
• Subcontractor evaluations
• Risk assessments for projects up to $25M or higher

The SIP Estimator interprets coating and lining specifications, insulation schedules and details, scaffold access plans, general arrangement and isometric drawings, and contract documents to build detailed work breakdown structures and precise cost models.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5+ years of experience in industrial construction estimating covering scaffolding, insulation, and/or painting & coatings scopes, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Estimating experience with Accubid, HCSS HeavyBid, and/or similar software.
• Ability to read and interpret coating specifications, insulation details, scaffold drawings, and other technical schematics.
• Working knowledge of SSPC/AMPP surface preparation and coating standards, insulation and lagging system types and applications, and OSHA Subpart L scaffold requirements.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or related discipline (preferred).
• Scheduling experience with MSP or P6 (preferred).
• Direct involvement in industrial painting & coatings, insulation & lagging, and scaffold erection on refinery, power generation, or heavy industrial facilities (preferred).
• Experience with DesignAssist and DesignBuild delivery methods (preferred).
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex bids simultaneously (preferred).
• Turnaround, outage, and shutdown estimating experience (preferred).
• AMPP/NACE Coating Inspector (CIP) certification or SSPC Protective Coatings Specialist credential (preferred).
• Scaffold Competent Person certification and OSHA 30-Hour Construction (preferred).

Benefits

• 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)

Company Description

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
• Fabrication

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.