Senior Estimator - Mechanical

MSS Solutions•Hanahan, SC

17d

About The Position

MSS Solutions, LLC is seeking a Senior Estimator to create detailed project cost estimates covering materials, subcontractors, purchased equipment, labor, and related activities. The role supports managers and project managers in bidding on projects and determining project pricing. The Senior Estimator collaborates with the Director of Preconstruction, company leadership, project teams, vendors, subcontractors, and customers throughout estimating, bidding, proposal review, and purchasing. The position also provides technical support, develops facility-related solutions, and helps ensure proposed building-system designs and installations meet customer requirements.

Requirements

Minimum of 5–10 years of experience in the HVAC industry.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, construction plans, and specifications.
Ability to understand HVAC systems and controls, apply basic HVAC principles and concepts, and perform calculations.
Strong communication skills.
Strong work ethic.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Successfully pass a background check.
Complete regular and supervisory probation periods, if applicable.
Submit to random drug testing.

Responsibilities

Lead estimating, bidding, vendor and subcontractor proposal review, and purchasing processes.
Work with the Director of Preconstruction and company leadership to determine whether to bid on projects.
Help assign a lead estimator to each project based on skill set and schedule alignment.
Delegate work to direct reports and supervise and mentor other estimators.
Perform detailed quantity take-offs of HVAC equipment and systems, including hydronic and air sides.
Develop project budgets from schematic design narratives through design development and construction documents.
Develop bid packages and subcontractor scopes of work, evaluate subcontractor bids, and issue contracts.
Prepare, finalize, and review preliminary and final proposals and submittals.
Provide technical support to the leadership team and project managers.
Develop, evaluate, and discuss potential solutions with managers, project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers.
Coordinate equipment and service selection, pricing, and integration, including controls.
Provide team leadership, resolve issues, and solve problems.
Review construction plans and other project requirements to meet customer facility requirements.
Prepare and review contract terms and conditions using standard templates when applicable.
Help develop project fulfillment schedules with the project team.
Resolve major scope deviations with the team after Project Scope Validation.
Develop facility-related solutions and determine project needs, constraints, and responsibilities for building-system design and installation.
Apply industry best practices while aligning proposed solutions with client goals.
Visit client and project sites as needed to survey conditions and make observations.
Assist with interviewing and selecting new estimators.
Monitor staff performance and complete performance reviews.
Collaborate with team members to obtain the expertise needed to meet customer needs.
Assist the Director in managing preconstruction efforts.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the company.