Sr Mechanical Estimator

Southland IndustriesSchertz, TX
109d

About The Position

Provide and/or coordinate full estimating services on all projects including large, complex mechanical and/or electrical construction projects. Mentor junior estimators.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and lead total estimating effort relevant to particular bid or project.
  • Provide complete conceptual and final estimating input on complex projects.
  • Review proposal specifications, drawings, attend pre-bid meetings, etc., to determine scope of work and required contents of project estimate.
  • Utilize and understand historical data from estimate, purchase orders, subcontracts, productivity analysis reports, etc., as part of risk management.
  • Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff for scope of work using McCormick and/or ConEst (Intellibid) estimating software.
  • Interpret and/or fill in scope gaps when drawings or designs are unfinished.
  • Seek assistance from Engineering when required and approved by Chief Estimator or Preconstruction Manager.
  • Identify any unique quality control provisions or safety requirements for the project and incorporate related costs into bid.
  • Identify any schedule requirements for the project and incorporate related costs into bid.
  • Ascertain any risks related to the project in order to guarantee that provisions are made for those risks and incorporate related cost into bid.
  • Incorporate project information, qualifications, clarifications, and exclusions into standard proposal letter template for final execution with preconstruction Team.
  • Develop final estimate summary sheet and coordinate with Chief/Estimating Manager to finalize related items including general conditions work sheet.
  • Do what it takes to ensure that estimates are complete, well-organized, and ready for review before the given deadline.
  • Maintain files of working documents as back-ups.
  • Coordinate with the field operations team on successful bids to provide a thorough transition to the project team.
  • Follow awarded contracts, as assigned - may include estimating additional work items, change orders, procuring material, etc.
  • Provide leadership and mentor junior estimators and other members of the Preconstruction group.
  • Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.
  • Confirm compliance and accuracy of all vendor quotes with scope of work and specifications.
  • Maintain and update vendor call list.
  • Develop, maintain and submit a conformed set of drawings and documents to operations for secured projects.
  • Review estimating book with Chief Estimator prior to turn over.
  • Execute Spec Review Form for all bidding projects.
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