Job Title: Mechanical Estimator (HVAC)

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Duration: Full Time/Direct Hire

Qualifications

• At least 5 years proven experience in mechanical estimating
• Proven experience with a successful track record estimating complex projects
• Experience in Quote Soft, Quote Express, or similar estimating software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge and clear understanding of current mechanical codes
• With an understanding of piping and ducting systems, including the various materials, sizes, and installation methods
• Ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
• Ability to perform detailed work while achieving deadlines
• Ability to work independently and as a collaborative team
• Adaptability to the unique requirements of their organization while fulfilling the core responsibilities outlined above
• In addition, you will need to have a deep knowledge of mechanical systems, materials, construction methods, and local market conditions to provide accurate cost estimates that help ensure the success of construction projects

Responsibilities

• Collaboration with the design team to develop mechanical budgets
• Participation in departmental structuring and meeting to achieve team growth
• Provide support to business development using historical data and experience
• Interact with project owners, engineers, subcontractors and vendors as needed
• Perform neat, orderly and accurate takeoffs and pricing with no supervision or direction
• Interpret and/or fill in scope gaps when drawings are incomplete
• Solicit bids from subcontractors to be incorporated into the estimate for accurate pricing
• Produce proposals and assemble bid packages required by the procuring entity
• Effectively communicate the scope of work, risks, and potential value engineering items for each major project at a bid review meeting with the sales team and upper management
• Create complete and fully functional Excel spreadsheets and Word documents
• Provide oversight, on the job training, and mentoring for subordinate Estimators
• Collaborate with operations to keep production rates current and align estimating systems with current field technology and processes