Job Description

Position summary:

Estimator is responsible for reviewing bid requests and working with commercial project management team to select and prioritize best bid opportunities to pursue. Estimator to put together all bidding documents, contact vendors for equipment quotes and evaluate quotes as received, communicate duct and piping takeoff needs to in-house takeoff personnel, create comprehensive estimate form, present completed estimates to commercial project management team, and assist in bid value determination.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

Read and interpret blueprints and complex mechanical systems for commercial buildings Bring an understanding of mechanical systems and the installation process to bid estimate effort Consistently communicate with takeoff personnel to establish priorities and bidding timeframes Manage equipment quote requests and receipts Manage and communicate changes to bidding documents during bidding process Organize all bid documents on network Communicate directly with clients for any questions that arise during bidding process and ensure information is distributed to all affected parties Field questions and concerns from clients regarding bid documents Attend pre-bid walk through meeting to evaluate existing conditions and meet with clients Offer value engineering opportunities based on industry knowledge and prior experience Upon project procurement, turn over bid package to Project Manager and download the PM on any relevant information that he/she will need to move forward Offer design/build capability to clients, either direct through building owners or through general contractors Track and follow-up on opportunities after bidding Issue RFI's to Design Team During Bidding Process Identify Poor or Flawed Designs During the Bidding Process Identify and prioritize goals, daily tasks, and schedule Bidding projects at appropriate margins/hours

Qualifications

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Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar technical program Prior Estimating Experience Experience with Estimating Software and Excel, Word, Outlook Strong Time Management Skills and Organization in a multi-tasking and fast paced environment. Ability to adjust to frequent changing priorities Very Strong Communication Skills both internally with co-workers and externally to clients. High Attention to Accuracy and Consistency
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
Work Location: In person