Senior Project Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Base Salary $70K + Bonus

Core Values:

Committed -All in - no half measures * We show up when it's hard, not just when it's convenient * When you're here, be PRESENT

Persistent -  Obstacles are information, not stop signs * Follow up, follow through, follow up again * Hard Work beats talent when talent gives up

Proactive - See it, own it, solve it * Don't wait to be asked * Bring Solutions, not just problems

Passionate - We take the work seriously, not ourselves * Wins get celebrated - loudly * Energy is contagious - bring the good kind

About Us:
Hawk, Inc. is being acquired by The Kitchen Guys very soon.  The Kitchen Guys is a third-generation commercial kitchen equipment dealer serving restaurants, schools, and hotels nationwide with 50 years of experience. We handle design, delivery, and installation of full commercial kitchens with a focus on teamwork, precision, and follow-through.  We hire and incentivize in accordance with our core values. If these look like they fit yours, then we'd love to have you on our team! We are looking for a thorough, but fast paced individual to help us continue building our impressive project portfolio. BONUS incentives available after first 6 months for securing above average growth.

The Estimator reviews bid documents and requests pricing for the purpose of preparing detailed foodservice equipment estimates and bid proposals. In this role, you will review project plans to assess costs, resources and timelines with an analytical mindset to provide precise and comprehensive estimates.

Essential Functions:

• Request and review foodservice equipment bid packages
• Help to evaluate bid opportunities
• Attend pre-bid meetings or walk-throughs as necessary
• Analyze drawings and other construction documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates
• Solicit and review pricing from vendors and subcontractors
• Ability to provide value-engineering options as necessary
• Compile estimates and detailed bid proposals
• Follow-up timely on bids submitted
• Attend scope review meetings to discuss scope of work with general contractors and have ability to sell TKG’s capabilities and project experience
• Upon receipt of a contract, review scope of work and schedule. Coordinate with Project Manager and Project Coordinator
• Schedule kick-off meeting to transition job to Project Coordinator and Project Manager
• Assist with vendor negotiations
• Build strong positive relationships with customers, vendors, and company personnel
• Research questions as they arise
• Keep up with product and vendor discount knowledge
• Help to maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors, and subcontractors
• Increase bid win percentage, bid revenue, and gross profit on jobs year after year
• Build relationships with General Contractors, Consultants, and Architects in order to build a book of business
• Other duties as assigned by Manager

Competencies, Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and communication skills, both oral and written
• Good problem solving and critical thinking skills with ability to take proactive approach
• Time management skills with high sense of urgency
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team
• Excellent customer service/sales attitude
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Above average math skills
• Strong negotiating skills
• Basic working knowledge of general construction, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing
• Knowledge of construction specification documents including the document flow process
• Submittals, RFI/RFP process, Addendums
• Ability to read architectural drawings and written specifications
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam PDF Revu software (can be learned)
• Previous Foodservice Equipment estimating experience a huge plus

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance - To be added after the acquisition is complete
• Paid time off
• 401(k) - To be added after the acquisition is complete