What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Estimator position at BESCO?
About Us
Looking for a rewarding career with long-term stability and outstanding benefits? As a top-tier mechanical and plumbing contractor with a reputation for excellence, we are always looking for skilled and motivated individuals to join our growing team.
We Offer
The HVAC/Mechanical Estimator is responsible for the analyzing and evaluation of project bid documents, such as Requests for Proposal, Site Drawings, and Specifications to accurately take-off and estimate costs for HVAC and mechanical systems. Cross-disciplinary knowledge is ideal for this position and is highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
Looking for a rewarding career with long-term stability and outstanding benefits? As a top-tier mechanical and plumbing contractor with a reputation for excellence, we are always looking for skilled and motivated individuals to join our growing team.
We Offer
- Paid vacation & holidays
- Excellent family health insurance – medical, dental, and vision. Plan also includes long term disability, short term disability and life insurance.
- 401(k) and 401(k) matching plans that secure your future
- Opportunities to grow in commercial, industrial, and large-scale mechanical work
- A company culture built on safety, teamwork, and pride in craftsmanship
The HVAC/Mechanical Estimator is responsible for the analyzing and evaluation of project bid documents, such as Requests for Proposal, Site Drawings, and Specifications to accurately take-off and estimate costs for HVAC and mechanical systems. Cross-disciplinary knowledge is ideal for this position and is highly valued.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate and understand the bidding documents as it relates to a specific project.
- Perform accurate and detailed labor and material take-offs for HVAC and mechanical systems to include sheet metal ductwork, hydronic piping, steam and specialized process piping.
- Interact and effectively communicate with vendors and subcontractors for evaluation and solicitation of quotes related to specific projects.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits, as needed.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with trade partners and project stakeholders, such as engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Collaborate with project operations during project hand-offs, and throughout a project lifespan.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of codes, labor applications, and material enhancements.
- Support value engineering and design assist efforts and recommend cost-saving alternatives and ideas where applicable.
- 7 years of experience in estimating and take-off of HVAC and mechanical projects, with a focus on heavy commercial, healthcare, industrial, and institutional type projects.
- Strong understanding of HVAC and mechanical systems.
- Plumbing estimating experience is a plus.
- Proficiency with the Trimble suite of estimating software, to include AutoBid Mechanical (ABMC) and AutoBid Sheet Metal (ABSM), or related programs.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (e.g. Excel, Word, Power Point).
- Proficiency with Adobe and/or Bluebeam.
- Ability to read, interpret, and understand construction documents (e.g. blueprints, schematics, and technical literature).
- Strong math, analytic, and organizational skills
- Familiarity with Customer Relations Management (CRM) web-based platforms.
- Excellent communication and collaboration capabilities.
- Background in mechanical contracting or engineering.
- Familiarity with local and national building codes.
- Experience in design-build and design-assist environments