Mechanical Estimator

A local Mechanical Engineering Contractor is seeking an estimator to add to an already successful team in Seattle. This person will be a key player to aid in the bid processes with the current Estimating team. The ideal candidate will have at minimum 5 years’ experience in pre-con and full estimating. They will also have previous design-build HVAC and plumbing 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 projects mechanical system costs, associated general conditions with required overhead and profit.
• Proficient in utilizing MMFS 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 or equivalent experience
• Proficient with Autodesk ESTmep+, including database maintenance, report generation, table labor and pricing updates.
• Ability to read architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical plans, P&ID’s and working knowledge of a variety of HVAC / Plumbing systems in commercial projects.
• Self-starting, self-motivated effective time manager
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Organized and detail oriented
• Ability to collaborate with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills