Mechanical Estimator

Job Title

Responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full cost estimates on large and complex projects as required by the client's documents.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Actively gather and disseminate market intelligence for each estimating job by talking directly with the buyer, the end user, vendors, and/or other sources of information.
• Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and requirements as the basis for formulating quotation strategies.
• Work with Estimating, Engineering, and Sales Departments to analyze customer requirements and develop a winning strategy for every quotation.
• Identify the optimum cost/availability of materials within the customer's approved material supplier or country of origin list and prepare material and labor estimates used in the quotation process.
• Learn to effectively utilize all estimating documentation and electronic programs to prepare the bill of materials and labor estimate for all quotations.
• Complete all documentation on time and in an organized manner consistent with company policies and management directives.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree or HVAC experience.
• 4+ years' experience in estimation with a focus on NAVFAC or federally funded projects
• An overall broad understanding of all types of Mechanical systems, such as Chillers, Boilers, Cooling Towers, primary and secondary piping, HVAC ductwork, RTUs, AHUs, and VAVs.
• Experience with tooling, machining, fabrication, or construction environments and industries.
• Must be fluent with Office Suite (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Strong technical writing skills and the ability to read and interpret drawings and/or construction plans are required for success.
• This position requires strong negotiating and organizational skills, the ability to perform detailed work promptly, follow up through order closure, and manage the order throughout the manufacturing process.

Compensation

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $125,000 per year

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.