What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Estimator position at Berg Enterprises, Inc?
This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer in the review of plans/specs, solicitation/negotiation of prices from contractors and suppliers, quantity takeoffs, and all other tasks associated with a complete bid, estimate, and closeout process.
This position is primarily in-person at our downtown Houston, TX, location.
Responsibilities.
Manage, organize, and communicate bid documentation for target pursuits to meet company objectives in both the short and long term
Communicate with project leads to clarify the scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements while also maintaining and building relationships
Read, understand, and assign costs to all bid-related documents (drawings, specs, instructions to bidders)
Develop conceptual engineering capabilities, including equipment selection, layout & sizing
Perform detailed take-off and unit cost estimates of mechanical, plumbing, and process piping estimates
Perform pricing breakouts as required by customers, general contractors and subcontractors
Request, obtain, and evaluate vendor pricing while continuously following up on all bid projects and future awards/probabilities
Electronically maintain records of all working documents and dates to back up estimates
Oversee multiple tasks and respond to multiple requests simultaneously
Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates and proposals in a timely manner
Recommendations.
Understanding and knowledge of SMACNA standards that pertain to sheet metal ducting and HVAC systems
Ability to estimate both design-build and plan/spec projects
Competency with computerized estimating and digital takeoff software
Proficiency with Google Workspace, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite
Proficiency with mechanical takeoff software
Detail-oriented personality with excellent organizational skills
Ability to work and produce within a deliverable deadline
Minimum of 3-5 years of successful experience preparing estimates for commercial mechanical projects
Compensation.
We offer competitive compensation, medical, dental, vision, and a host of other benefits.