Mechanical Construction Estimator

Total Mechanical, Inc. is a locally owned, full service mechanical contractor specializing in healthcare, commercial, industrial, and education projects, since 1979. We are an industry leader in collaborative delivery methods based on solutions and transparency, built on our mission to achieve a “Better Plan. Better Build.”

We are looking for an estimator to join our team! The Mechanical Construction estimator will support our lead estimator by providing requested information to ensure timely, accurate, and detailed cost estimates.

Our ideal candidate has a passion for construction, learns technology quickly, is flexible and adapts well to changes, has a high-attention to detail, and enjoys talking on the phone to clients and vendors. 

Qualifications

·        Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business, or related field required.

·        2-5 years of estimating experience required. Mechanical construction experience a plus.

·        Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

·        Experience with Quotesoft or other estimating software.

Essential Functions:

·        Aid in developing full-scope cost estimates based on proposal documentation on a variety of bid projects.

·        Interpret and analyze project drawings and technical specifications, proposals and other documentation.

·        As a team member, develop the initial project plan and project execution schedule.

·        Prepare detailed, comprehensive subcontractor and vendor work scopes.

·        Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotations.

·        Under direction of Lead Estimator, analyze and compare subcontractor and vendor quotations.

·        Liaise with subcontractors and vendors for clarification of issues and scope.

·        Perform research for means and methods, materials, costs and construction techniques and services.

·        Perform site visits as needed on pursuits and ongoing projects.

·        Perform accurate quantity take-offs.

·        Produce an accurate estimate of labor, material, equipment, subcontractors and general conditions.

·        Distribute bid requirements to Construction Administrator if coordinating a project.

·        Submit bid bond request forms if coordinating a project.

·        Distribute bid documents including addenda and clarifications if coordinating a project.

·        Review all bid documents including contract terms and conditions to create clarification letter.

·        Attend pre-bid meetings/walk-throughs.

·        Consolidate and ask questions/ RFI’s during bid stage.

·        Consolidate all estimates into complete estimate summary for review.

·        Participate in bid review meeting.

·        Coordinate effort to complete all bid forms and assembling of proposal if coordinating a project.

·        Provide Estimating Administrator a list of vendors and subcontractors to solicit quotes from.

·        Follow-up with vendors and subcontractors to make sure there is adequate coverage of bid items.

Benefits and Compensation

·        Competitive compensation

·        3% 401(k) match

·        100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision benefits

·        Generous PTO

·        Professional development assistance

·        Annual bonus