Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator

Murphy Company, the best choice in mechanical construction since 1907, is hiring a senior estimator for our estimating team, located in our St. Louis, MO office.

About Murphy Company: Since 1907, Murphy Company has been a leading mechanical contractor in St. Louis and Denver markets that provides its professionals the environment, opportunities, technology, and tools to experience a rewarding career. Being a company that prides itself on its core values of employee well-being, enduring relationships, integrity, and professionalism, we know it starts with our employees. We strongly believe our people are our most important asset, and we strive every day to make Murphy a great place to work as we build our clients' visions.

We Are Looking For Someone Like You

• 10 plus years estimator experience in plumbing, HVAC, and process piping of institutional, laboratory, pharmaceutical, brewery, healthcare, and industrial related projects.
• Responsible for leading all estimates up to $20M, compiling accurate bid documents – including take-off and summary of all materials, fixtures, and equipment, along with evaluation of labor, material, and equipment costs. Experience managing multiple, simultaneous projects.
• The individual should possess process piping expertise relating to plan layouts, schematics, P & IDs, and specifications. Plumbing, HVAC, and sheet metal knowledge a plus.
• This individual will solicit and evaluate, with assistance from the purchasing department, multiple subcontractor and equipment quotes, understand construction field conditions, and prepare schedules encompassing this information.
• Skilled in reading and understanding drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Ability to accurately compile a summary of materials, equipment, and labor.
• Understand construction field conditions, means and methods, and project schedules.
• Quickpen / Autobid software experience preferred.
• Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and Bluebeam experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• You will be responsible for soliciting, evaluating, and preparing bid proposals in the most attractive manner to general contractors and owners.

What We Will Bring to the Table

• A collaborative, family-friendly work environment
• Knowledge and expertise that has helped us grow and thrive for nearly 120 years.
• Competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, including health and life insurance, a robust wellness program, 401(k), and profit sharing.
• A robust PTO program designed to support real work–life balance