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