Position Summary

Streimer is a company of problem solvers, committed to quality and innovative solutions that exceed expectations. Employee retention and long-term employees is a result of demonstrating that we believe in the power of people. Our core values inform our approach and drive success. We value teamwork, and finding solutions, personal accountability, and an unwavering commitment to safety. Founded in 1946, we are a premier supplier of sheet metal and mechanical products, systems, and services.

We are poised for continued growth and have an immediate need for a highly skilled and effective Mechanical Estimator. This position is responsible for preparing detailed cost proposals for complete HVAC systems, including hydronic piping and sheet metal; with plumbing experience being a plus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Use Quote Express estimating software to do quantity take-offs.
• Review RFP’s, Specifications, Basis of Design and Drawings to determine scope, identify risks and opportunities, and prepare detailed estimates.
• Review all final estimate and budget packages to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal quotation.
• Budget projects for clients using various levels of provided detail from a narrative to complete drawings.
• Develop relationships with client estimating staff and support their budgeting needs.
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other department, and construction supervisors to discuss and formulate estimates, resolve issues, and obtain support and commitment to the cost-estimates.
• Solicit subcontractor bids and vendor quotes, and review and verify scope coverage.
• Use complex estimating spreadsheets and modify as needed to report data for external and internal deliverables.
• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
• Assist management team with analyzing completed projects to drive lessons learned and collect data to use on future project estimates.
• Assist Project Manager’s in setting up jobs so that the project results can be forecasted effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and relevant
• American Society of Professional Estimators certification is a plus.
• Experience bidding of all sizes.
• Ability to lay out, size, and quantify HVAC systems in situations where the drawings are conceptual in nature.
• Familiarity of HVAC piping and plumbing systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering, architectural, and construction plans, drawings and specifications, and knowledge of building and mechanical codes is required.
• Knowledgeable about construction contracts.
• Solid analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Thorough in completing tasks and focused on detail and accuracy.
• Exceptional organizational and multi-tasking abilities.
• Strong mathematical skills and the ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations.
• Works with integrity and ethical business practices.
• Advanced user of the Microsoft Office suite particularly in Excel, as well as experience with Quote Express or similar estimating software.

Compensation

• Competitive salary range of $ 115K to $ 130K; commensurate with cross-discipline experience
• Profit sharing and performance contingent bonus
• Medical, prescriptions, dental, and vision insurance premiums paid 100% by Streimer
• Life / Disability insurance paid 100% by Streimer
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and inclusion in our employment practices. We encourage all qualified people to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran, justice impacted, and disability status.