Harrell-Fish Inc. premier Mechanical Contractors is looking to hire an Estimator to give accurate, timely and detailed cost estimates. The estimator supports delivery of properly organized estimates, budgets and schedules. The Estimator will be responsible for accurate preparation of subcontractor and vendor work scopes, quote analysis, and estimating the cost of self-perform work. The Estimator will be a self-starter and work efficiently. The Estimator must be able to meet critical deadlines and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:

 Aid in developing full-scope cost estimates based on proposal documentation on a variety of bid build, design build and EPC projects for various public and private clients

 Interpret and analyze project drawings and technical specifications, proposals and otherdocumentation

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

 Responsible for the preparation and documentation of project estimates

 Prepare detailed, comprehensive subcontractor and vendor work scopes

 Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotations

 Independently analyze and compare subcontractor and vendor quotations

o 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 on pursuits and ongoing projects, attend industry trade and outreach events

 Perform accurate quantity take-offs

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

o Discuss project approach with pursuit team, operations, safety and quality to better estimate each project

o Distribute bid requirements to Construction Administrator if coordinating a project

o Submit bid bond request forms if coordinating a project

o Request labor rates from finance if coordinating a project

o Distribute bid documents including addenda and clarifications if coordinating a project

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

o Attend pre-bid meeting/walk-thru

o Consolidate and ask questions/ RFI’s during bid stage

o Consolidate all estimates into complete estimate summary for review

o Participate in bid review meeting

o 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

Skills:

• Ability to read and understand drawings and technical specifications
• ·Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• · Excellent Client Focus
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Ability to define problems, establish facts draw valid conclusions and present solutions
• · Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• · Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• · Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Functions effectively as part of a team
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Desire to learn and grow; self motivated for sucess
• · Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• _· Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn about the project or product

being developed._

• · Need strong computer skills

Education and/or Experience:

 Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering, Construction Management or similar technical training/experience

 Minimum of 2 years of estimating, controls, construction and/or engineering experience

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person