Sr Mechanical Estimator

Southland Industries • Schertz, 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors