Estimator - AFE

Summary/Objective:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial facility maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, construction, and renovation projects. The Estimator will analyze project specifications, review scopes of work, obtain vendor and subcontractor pricing, perform site assessments when necessary, and develop comprehensive proposals that support profitable business growth.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of commercial building systems, construction practices, maintenance services, and pricing strategies, with the ability to manage multiple estimates while meeting strict deadlines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review RFPs, work orders, bid packages, blueprints, and project specifications.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates for:
  • HVAC repairs, replacements, and installations
  • Electrical service and lighting projects
  • Plumbing repairs and installations
  • General facility maintenance
  • Preventive maintenance contracts
  • Construction and renovation projects
  • Interior and exterior building improvements
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations.
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
• Develop labor, equipment, material, permit, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, assumptions, and value engineering opportunities.
• Coordinate with Operations, Project Managers, Dispatch, and field technicians to validate project scope.
• Conduct site visits to gather measurements and assess project requirements.
• Prepare professional customer proposals and bid packages.
• Negotiate pricing with vendors and subcontractors.
• Track estimate status and maintain bid logs.
• Support contract negotiations and project handoff after award.
• Ensure estimates comply with company standards, safety requirements, and customer specifications.
• Monitor market pricing trends and update estimating databases.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years of estimating experience in commercial construction, facility maintenance, mechanical contracting, or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of:
  • HVAC systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Plumbing systems
  • Commercial building maintenance
  • Construction and renovation projects
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, and technical specifications.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with commercial facility maintenance companies.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs.
• Experience estimating multi-site commercial accounts.
• Familiarity with local building codes and permitting requirements.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred but not required).

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams
• CMMS and work order management systems
• Estimating software (PlanSwift, Bluebeam, ProEst, STACK, or similar)
• ERP and project management software
• Adobe Acrobat
• Cost estimating databases