Sr. Mechanical Estimator

GPAC

  • Houston, TX
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 hours ago
A well-established local Mechanical Company is looking to fill an Sr. Mechanical Estimator position. Excellent benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional development. A dynamic, fast-paced culture that thrives on creativity, passion and dedication to exceeding expectations!
  • Competitive Pay
  • Professional Growth
  • Joining a great company culture
Responsibilties
  • Analyzing each project before it starts and accurately estimating costs related to labor, materials, equipment and other relevant areas
  • Reviewing and comprehending technical and administrative documents such as Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs)
  • Determining list of material takeoffs to define quantities of work materials
  • Determining work crews and production rates for performance of required tasks
  • Breaking down scope of work into definable tasks
  • Assisting in the development of bids, scope documents and proposals
  • Developing pricing changes to existing projects
  • Updating current pricing and labor within estimating software on a regular basis
  • Developing a trust and level of respect from subcontractors and vendors to ensure best numbers on bid day—therefore maintaining relationships with subcontractors and suppliers
  • Being well versed in computerized takeoff programs including Quote Express as well as capable of manual entry, digitizer and on-screen takeoff methods
Qualifications:
  • 5 + years of experience HVAC estimating experience
  • Experience in a variety of project types
  • Must work well in a team environment
  • HVAC experience
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word and Excel
  • Good Time management, Verbal and written communication skills are a must
  • Team Player
  • To be considered for this position, please apply with a resume & project list.
  • A proven working experience in construction estimating or related field
  • A knowledge of HVAC and piping systems, building products, construction details/design and relevant rules, regulations and quality standards
  • A strong technical knowledge of various mechanical systems, construction methods and how the construction industry operates
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • A basic knowledge of construction accounting and experience with reading construction drawings and specifications
  • Being a self-motivated team member with excellent time management skills
  • The ability to work within an environment with deadlines while having to multi-task with changing priorities
  • The ability to develop thorough and accurate estimates and scope of work/proposal documents
  • The ability to “fill in the gaps” in the bidding documents to ensure a complete estimate is produced
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • The ability to use and interact with word processors at a moderate level (cut & paste, templates, document creation)
  • The ability to interact with spreadsheets such as Excel at a moderate level (input, data manipulation, basic programming)
If interested in this position, please email with a copy of your confidential resume. If you are interested in something other than this position, please feel free to reach out to me. We work nationwide and have many ideal positions throughout the industry open as well.All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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