Estimator - HVAC / Special Projects

Atlantic Constructors•Richmond, VA

About The Position

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count! $0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE! Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years. Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website Acibuilds.com Summary/Objective: The Special Projects Estimator will be responsible for providing complete estimates for bids on projects assigned by the Estimating Manager. These will usually be smaller commercial construction projects and deal with HVAC/ Commercial HVAC and Sheet Metal

Requirements

2+ years' trades estimating experience in commercial and/or industrial construction projects or equivalent combination of education and experience
1+ years' Estimating/Pre-Construction experience. If candidate has strong knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment, ACI can train into estimating.
Demonstrate knowledge and efficiency in computer/network based estimating software (i.e. Autobid, Quote Soft, TSI, Estimation, etc.)
Advanced knowledge of assigned discipline, estimating techniques and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
Understanding and capable of construction assemblies
Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Must be able to meet critical deadlines
Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
Must be available to work assigned schedules
The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but are not limited to the following:
Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
Position will require visits to construction and industrial work sites
This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Site visits will require walking through existing buildings, industrial plants and/or on-going construction sites. This will involve stairs and at times ladders on multiple floors/levels.

Nice To Haves

AAS or BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or other related discipline
Prior military experience
Pipe Estimator , Plumbing Estimator , Sheet Metal Estimator , HVAC

Responsibilities

Responsible for the complete assembly of all estimates on projects assigned to you, for various trades, from the time that plans and specs are issued to bid day. Majority focus is on HVAC
Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotations to ensure coverage on all scopes of work
Review all construction documents including instructions to bidders, scope of work, and general conditions
Distribute plans, specifications, and addenda to subcontractors and vendors via company ftp website and/or email
Assist in development of bid strategies
Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits which may result in travel time on occasions
Prepare detailed estimates by reviewing take-off and pricing for completeness on all self-performed work
Review in detail subcontractor and vendor quotations for full compliance with the plans and specifications
Develop rough draft scope of work for proposals
Assist in negotiating subcontracts and procurement of materials and equipment
Enter estimate into job cost control program and participate in turnover/transition meetings with the operations team
Experience in providing budgets, estimates, construction schedules, and manpower projections
Work as part of a team and coordinate scope of work between in-house trades
Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, show attention to detail and demonstrate problem-solving skills
Performs other duties as assigned