Mechanical Contractor - Estimator in Louisville

Job DescriptionJob Description

Growth Recruiters is hiring for a client in need of a Plumbing/Mechanical Estimator in the Mechanical Contracting Industry located in Louisville, KY. Our client is a top Mechanical contractor in Louisville that is growing quickly (Fast 50 company) and a great company to be a part of (Current Best Places to Work recipient)

Plumbing/ Mechanical Estimator will interact externally with engineers, architects, consultants,

owners, representatives, and plumbing equipment vendors. Within the organization, the incumbent will

interact with Project Managers, Field Operations and Field Foreman.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Accurately estimate plumbing and mechanical project scopes in commercial and industrial markets using digitized take-off software.
• Review and interpret plans and specifications to determine job-specific material, equipment, and labor requirements, and prepare bid documents/proposals.
• Attend pre-bid meetings to become familiar with unique project requirements and attend post- bid review meetings to negotiate/finalize scope, schedule, and price.
• Develop and maintain relationships with material suppliers, equipment vendors, subcontractors, general contractors, and other clients (owners/end users).
• Work closely with the construction department manager and project managers to continuously improve current processes through analyzing past performance, and to develop/further the strategic goals of the construction department.
• Organize and frequently update estimating software material cost databases to ensure accurate costs are consistently utilized on bids.
• Assist in project management tasks as needed, including budgeting, change order pricing, procurement, value engineering, and vendor selection.
• In collaboration with Project Managers they will attend Project Kickoff and Percent Complete meetings.
• Assist in gathering information to complete Bid Qualification and Criteria requirements.
• Maintain and keep current bid list to send to subcontractors and vendors.
• Assist Project Manager with subcontractor and major equipment supplier’s selection during bid process and before bids are awarded.
• Write scope letters describing the jobs in which he or she bid.
• Other tasks as assigned.

• MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s Degree in a mechanical or construction discipline, comparable trade school experience, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of related experience in the construction industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, and PowerPoint).
• Knowledgeable in plumbing and mechanical systems, and material types.
• Experience with AutoBid, AutoCAD, and/or BIM (Revit) software a plus.
• Experience in design-build projects a plus.
• Ability to effectively dissect front-end bid documents and specifications
• Familiar with plumbing, HVAC, and boiler codes.
• Requires an ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure and adjust to changing situations.
• Requires initiative, attention to detail/accuracy, and an ability to prioritize and multi-task
• Requires effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Requires excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, and the ability to maintain a positive attitude while dealing with co-workers, clients, vendors, etc.
• Must be able to work independently with limited supervision while still able to collaborate in team settings.
• Knowledge of Procore.

WORKING REQUIREMENTS AND CONDITIONS

This position requires working in both an external and internal environment.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

He or She must:

1. Have ability to work as a team member.

2. Display professional appearance, warm demeanor and positive attitude.

3. Be a motivated self-starter.

4. Work independently and to be accurate, efficient and organized.

5. Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

6. Stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch

occasionally.

7. Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Company DescriptionLeading Louisville mechanical contracting service company in the region and has demonstrated excellence for over 2 decades. We offer a full range of plumbing and mechanical solutions for all industries and applications while providing the expertise and resources to accomplish all projects both big and small. Our construction and service division offers installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of mechanical systems.Company DescriptionLeading Louisville mechanical contracting service company in the region and has demonstrated excellence for over 2 decades. We offer a full range of plumbing and mechanical solutions for all industries and applications while providing the expertise and resources to accomplish all projects both big and small. Our construction and service division offers installation, maintenance, and repair of all types of mechanical systems.