Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator

Seattle WA

A local Mechanical Engineering Contractor is seeking an estimator to add to an already successful team here in the Pacific Northwest. This person will be a key player to aid in the bid processes with the current Estimating team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience in pre-con and full estimating. They will also have previous design-build HVAC systems experience.

Mechanical Estimator - Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates the skill set needed to successfully estimate diversified project types and delivery methods inclusive of plan/spec design assist and design build.
• Assesses project RFP documents specifications design drawings pre-bid sessions etc. to determine scope of work required content and structure of the estimate with defined deliverables.
• Develop complete accurate and timely detailed estimates representing a project mechanical system costs associated general conditions with required overhead and profit.
• Proficient in utilizing software programs and databases to establish a projects total costs and sell.
• Perform quantitative take-off of HVAC and plumbing systems for plan/spec and design-build projects.
• Evaluate and apply labor productivity factors establish general conditions and determine site logistic approaches to integrate into the overall cost basis for each unique project estimate.
• Coordinate quote requirements with manufacturers suppliers and subcontractors for quality assurance and specification compliance.
• Calculate system sizing of ductwork piping and plumbing as needed to provide a complete layout for estimating purposes when the documents are not complete.
• Analyze the contract terms and project specifications to determine the best approach to structure the estimate details to support the identified unique project requirements and costs.
• Maintains and reviews cost analysis data for each project completed.

Mechanical Estimator - Qualifications:

• 5 years experience in mechanical construction.
• BA or BS in Construction Management Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proficient with estimating software including database maintenance report generation table labor and pricing updates.
• Ability to read architectural structural mechanical and electrical plans and working knowledge of a variety of HVAC / Plumbing systems in commercial projects.
• Self-starting self-motivated effective time manager.
• Ability to collaborate with clients consultants subcontractors and suppliers.

Benefits & Appreciation:

• Medical dental vision for employee (coverage available for dependents for shared premium).
• 401k retirement plan including company matching.
• Holiday pay vacation and sick leave compensation.
• Disability income protection.
• Employee and Dependent Life Insurance.

Compensation: $90K - $130K bonus