Estimating Manager

Job Description

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN ROCHESTER, NY. THE RATE OF PAY IS $140-180/k YEARLY.

The Bell Company is a large Mechanical Contractor that takes on some of the most complex projects in our East Coast Market. This is your chance to become a part of this dynamic team.

THE OPPORTUNITY: Estimating Manager

As the Estimating Manager with The Bell Company, you will have the opportunity to use your skills to work on hospitals, laboratories, data centers, large industrial and institutional projects. Additional information on our past and current projects can be found on our website:

PAY RANGE :

$140-180k YEAR FOR ESTIMATING MANAGER

THE BENEFITS:

At the Bell Company we believe in rewarding members of our employees with more than just a competitive rate. We also offer:

• Being part of an EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY with the company contributing stock in the anticipated value of 3% to 6% of your gross (ESOP program) for all employees. The program is subject to vesting and/or company performance.
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Opportunities for advancement
• Defined annual bonus program based on Company performance
• Employer paid $50,000 life insurance
• Elective medical with 75% employer contribution, dental and supplemental benefits are available immediately
• 401 (k) program with 3% employer grant
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Relocation assistance available

REPORTS TO:

• President

PAYROLL CLASSIFICATION:

• This position is a Salaried Exempt position (Executive)

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

This is a position for a candidate experienced as a self-perform mechanical and plumbing trades estimator on complex industrial, institutional and health care projects. Estimates on similar type projects is required.

PREREQUISITES:

• 10 years’ experience in combination of the following.
• Mechanical project management
• 4-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management
• Worked as a Mechanical Estimator
• Displays leadership capabilities
• A good understanding of Bell policies and procedures

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior completion of mechanical and plumbing estimates with project size exceeding $25 million
• Demonstrated experience in estimating for both, hard-bid and negotiated projects.
• Demonstrated experience developing accurate estimates from schematic design documents.
• Experience in leading a team, providing direction, and determining priorities to achieve a complete and final estimate.
• Experience in writing subcontractor scopes, negotiating pricing and issuing subcontracts.

EXPERIENCE:

• Candidates must demonstrate a past work history and their desire for a career in construction.
• Experience in project cost controls and Job cost accounting, contracts, scopes of work, material take offs and pricing, bonding and insurances, licensing and labor burdens.
• This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an industry leading team and must maintain a willingness to relocate for project needs to take advantage of ample opportunities for advancement in our growing market.

DUTIES:

• Maintain the ethics and professionalism of The Bell Company in the execution of the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Supervise and coordinate all estimating activities in the Estimating Department.
• Evaluation and training of Rochester Estimating staff
• Review and sign all department time and pre-approve all Over Time
• Responsible for the preparation and accuracy of all bid forms and specific RFP requirements
• Conduct Kick Off Meeting with all Lead Estimators to provide concise direction for a project estimate.
• Organize bid team requirements and responsibilities; coordinate efforts with Regional offices
• Establish project wage rates for the estimate.
• Establish the initial General Conditions for the bid
• Evaluate the project requirements for MBE/WBE, EEO, licenses, insurance, bonding, surety, QA/QC and Safety. Assign responsibilities for completion and assure responses are timely for the bidding schedule.
• Secure and assist in the development of the following information from the Project Executive:
• Organizational Chart
• Verify licensing requirements
• Construction Plan
• Project schedule input
• Organize and assign on-site pre-bid walkthrough and responsibilities.
• Review subcontractor scope sheets for bid.
• Prepare bid room for bid day activities.
• Organize bid runners, if required.
• Close out of Main Recap on bid day.
• Responsible for turnover of estimating information to the project team and Finance Department for set up of project cost control
• Track all projects of interest and provide Bid Calendar input on a weekly basis.
• Report on and track identified projects in Salesforce.
• Supplement recruiting, interviewing and evaluating of Estimator candidates, as needed.

Additional Requirements:

• Dedicated, self-motivated with good verbal and people skills.
• Demonstrate a stable work history.
• Able to prioritize and work independently.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Performing and assigning department duties to assure all deadlines are met.

The Bell Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Disabled and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Our focus marketplace is the Heavy Construction Industry (Mechanical Piping) and PLUMBING

If you have experience in the following disciplines, we want to hear from you!