Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to join their growing team. This individual will play a critical role in developing accurate and competitive project estimates for large-scale mechanical construction projects, with a primary focus on plumbing, Sheetmetal, and piping.
The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented estimating professional with strong mechanical construction expertise, advanced takeoff capabilities, and experience using industry-standard estimating software, particularly On-Screen Takeoff (OST) and Trimble platforms.
Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects.
- Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to determine project scope and requirements.
- Perform quantity takeoffs for plumbing, piping, and sheet metal systems.
- Develop material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
- Coordinate with project managers, operations teams, vendors, and subcontractors throughout the bidding process.
- Analyze project risks, opportunities, and scope gaps to ensure accurate pricing.
- Participate in bid reviews and proposal development.
- Maintain historical cost data and estimating databases.
- Support preconstruction efforts and provide value engineering recommendations when appropriate.
Qualifications
- 7+ years of estimating experience within the mechanical construction industry.
- Experience utilizing On-Screen Takeoff (OST) software.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and bid packages.
- Strong understanding of labor productivity, material pricing, and construction means and methods.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
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This position is listed as contract and onsite.