SR Commercial Mechanical Estimator

JOB DESCRIPTION:

We are a well-established Mechanical Company looking to fill an Sr. Mechanical Estimator position. Excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development. We have a dynamic, fast-paced culture that thrives on creativity, passion and dedication to exceeding expectations!

• Competitive Pay
• Professional Growth
• Joining a great company culture

Responsibilties

• Analyzing each project before it starts and accurately estimating costs related to labor, materials, equipment and other relevant areas
• Reviewing and comprehending technical and administrative documents such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs)
• Determining list of material takeoffs to define quantities of work materials
• Determining work crews and production rates for performance of required tasks
• Breaking down scope of work into definable tasks
• Assisting in the development of bids, scope documents and proposals
• Developing pricing changes to existing projects
• Updating current pricing and labor within estimating software on a regular basis
• Developing a trust and level of respect from subcontractors and vendors to ensure best numbers on bid day - therefore maintaining relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
• Being well versed in computerized takeoff programs including Quote Express as well as capable of manual entry, digitizer and on-screen takeoff methods

Qualifications:

• 5 + years of experience HVAC Piping, Plumbing estimating commercial/Industrial experience
• Experience in a variety of project @types
• Must work well in a team environment
• HVAC experience
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word and Excel
• Good Time management, Verbal and written communication skills are a must
• Team Player
• To be considered for this position, please apply with a resume & project list.
• A proven working experience in construction estimating or related field
• A knowledge of HVAC and piping systems, building products, construction details/design and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards
• A strong technical knowledge of various mechanical systems, construction methods and how the construction industry operates
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A basic knowledge of construction accounting and experience with reading construction drawings and specifications
• Being a self-motivated team member with excellent time management skills
• The ability to work within an environment with deadlines while having to multi-task with changing priorities
• The ability to develop thorough and accurate estimates and scope of work/proposal documents
• The ability to “fill in the gaps” in the bidding documents to ensure a complete estimate is produced
• The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• The ability to use and interact with word processors at a moderate level (cut & paste, templates, document creation)
• The ability to interact with spreadsheets such as Excel at a moderate level (input, data manipulation, basic programming)