Senior Mechanical Estimator

Gilbert Mechanical Contractors•Edina, MN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Gilbert Mechanical is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator candidate capable of estimating complex mechanical projects for a variety of customers. The skills required to accomplish this include attention to detail, accurate take-offs, careful planning, financial tracking, knowledge of mechanical equipment, and strong communications.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in the mechanical construction industry
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Understanding and knowledge of mechanical systems, including sheet metal layout, piping/plumbing system design, equipment selection and knowledge of local mechanical codes
Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.
Ability to work and produce a deliverable to a deadline.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Competency with computerized estimating and digital take off software.
Ability to estimate both design build and plan/spec projects.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Bluebeam

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for providing timely and accurate cost estimates of labor and materials for new construction, tenant improvement, or maintenance projects.
Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
Work collaboratively with other peer estimators, project managers, engineers, detailers, vendors.
Manage project management team’s expectations through communications both written and verbal.
Use sheet metal and piping/plumbing estimating software, currently Quote Express, to perform project takeoffs.
Responsible for accuracy of all components of estimating workbook spreadsheets including verifying correct labor hours are assigned to the proper tasks, labor rates are accurate, Internal cost allocations, assumption, material, transportation, and other services not performed by company.
Ensures compliance with regulations and company policies.
Attend job walks, bid review, meetings as needed.
Writing clarification letters for estimates performed.