Estimator

Iovino Enterprises•Great Neck, NY

21d•$105,000 - $165,000

About The Position

The Estimator works independently and collaboratively with executive management and project teams to estimate project costs for firm fixed-price bids, proposals, and change orders. The role uses field experience, industry knowledge, and analytical skills to prepare accurate quantity take-offs, make sound assumptions, and identify gaps in construction documents. The Estimator analyzes plans and specifications, estimates labor and material costs, obtains and evaluates subcontractor and vendor quotes, and helps prepare and finalize bids and proposals. The role also communicates with project stakeholders, supports project startup when Welkin Mechanical is the low bidder, and assists with MWDBE plan development and compliance. Compensation is negotiable and based on factors including experience, education, project size and location, working hours, subject matter expertise, and agency or owner approval requirements. The stated salary range is $105,000–$165,000 USD.

Requirements

5–10 years of experience in the heavy mechanical industry.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in basic engineering computations and analysis.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret engineering drawings.
Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience with estimating software.
Ability to organize and prioritize.
Excellent interpersonal, writing, and computer skills.
Safety oriented.
College degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or another related field, or equivalent years of experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Quotesoft estimating software.
Project management and field experience.
Knowledge of CMiC software.

Responsibilities

Perform detailed project cost estimates by analyzing plans and specifications and completing quantity take-offs for select trades.
Estimate labor and material costs.
Solicit quotes from subcontractors and vendors.
Review drawings, specifications, and addendums.
Receive, analyze, and complete bid comparisons.
Attend site walkthroughs and assess existing conditions.
Participate in bid analysis and prepare final bids and requests for proposals.
Qualify and level subcontractors’ proposals according to project specifications.
Review and handle bid documents.
Track bid advertisements and maintain logs.
Develop databases and directories.
Assist in maintaining the project sub-bidders contact list.
Communicate with owners, engineers, general contractors, vendors, and subcontractors.
Assist with setting up and starting projects when Welkin Mechanical is the low bidder.
Coordinate administrative staff in sending documents to vendors.
Interact with clients, architects, engineers, and local jurisdictions to understand and incorporate project objectives, schedules, permits, and costs.
Assist with MWDBE plan development, execution, and continued compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.