Senior Trade Estimator

Scalise Industries Corporation•PA-Lawrence US-PA-Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

EMCOR Services Scalise Industries has an immediate need for a Senior Trade Estimator. This position will prepare accurate and timely material and labor estimates for HVAC and/or Plumbing systems. The incumbent will interact with vendors to compile a responsible and accurate estimate of costs for projects consistent with the project plans and specifications.

Requirements

Mechanical Engineering Degree or Technical School
Minimum of five (5) years experience in cost estimating of mechanical or plumbing systems.
Outstanding organizational skills, excellent time management, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced high-volume environment.
A track record of initiative and establishing priorities, and ownership of work is essential.
Ability to maintain flexible and positive attitude towards assignments.
Excellent Excel skills, experience working with Microsoft Outlook for e-mails, scheduling, and use of Trimble Auto Bid Estimating System a plus.
Must possess excellent communication skills, customer service skills to serve both internal and external customers.
Effective problem-solving ability to research and satisfactorily resolve issues.
Must exhibit attention to detail and commitment.
Excellent work ethic and adherence to company policies.

Responsibilities

Follow estimating department processes and procedures.
Review plans and specifications for projects bidding.
Complete computerized bid reviews for project bidding by requested dates, including major equipment tally sheets.
Prepare scopes of work where applicable and note special conditions.
Attend pre-bids, make site visits, and fill out site visit checklist.
Perform computerized takeoffs.
Involve trade superintendents on projects where required as directed by Supervisor.
Contact vendors and subcontractors to ensure adequate pricing for the projects and adequate scope coverage.
Review incoming scope prepared by vendors and subcontractors for compliance with contract requirements.
Assemble and evaluate all labor data for final use and input into estimate file.
Note any special conditions or considerations taken while in take-off mode on drawings.
Assist in preparing schedules and manpower loading and assembly of bids.
Assist in preparation of turnover meetings with project managers and help prepare documents for turnover.
Assist in take-off of work in place estimates of ongoing work as required by construction group.
Maintain accurate and organized files on all projects estimated.
Forge and maintain relationships with vendors and subcontractors to promote partnering.
Acquire a working knowledge of the Trimble Auto Bid Estimating System.
Acquire the ability to operate the systems through constant training.
Continually train and increase ability to estimate HVAC and/or Plumbing projects.
Manage time and deadlines effectively in accordance with estimating schedules.
Assist in training junior estimators.
Assist in writing scope letters for projects bidding.
Overall, this role will support a cooperative working climate conducive to maximizing employee morale and productivity.