Commercial Maintenance Estimator

The Brock Group provides specialty craft and maintenance services to key industries across North America. We are dedicated to offering the safest and highest quality service and solutions. We view ourselves as partners with our customers, our employees and the communities in which we operate. Our performance-driven culture is led by having and developing the best people, the most efficient processes and the right tools for the job.

The Commercial Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial and industrial projects. Review and analyze drawings, orthographic/isometric plans, and specifications to determine project requirements.

• Perform detailed labor, material, and equipment take-offs, including preferred use of MIKE's VTO6 system.
• Apply knowledge of NIA Standards, IIAR Insulation Standards, and PIP Standards in the estimating process.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor/subcontractor pricing for materials and services.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and operations during preconstruction and bid review.
• Maintain accurate estimating logs, bid schedules, and historical cost data.
• Interface with operations and other internal business groups to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates
• Understand geographical impacts on material and labor costs arising from tight labor markets, local tax and insurance rates, prevailing wages and per diem, freight costs.
• Identify RFIs and potential changes of scope based upon RFQ data provided by customers
• Identify possibilities for alternative specifications and installation processes and deliver as value added propositions where applicable
• Understand federal and local laws regarding prevailing wage and labor compensation to ensure accurate estimates
• Coordinate with Document Controls Specialist for updates to Bid Log
• Support a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating to ensure historical data is utilized
• Coordinate with Project Controls and Operations to analyze completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies.
• Working indoors in an office environment
• Utilization of Personal Protective Equipment is necessary.
• Travel as required

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and Access

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial or industrial construction.
• Mechanical Insulation, Fireproofing, Coatings, or Scaffolding.
• Skill in reviewing and applying material product datasheets to estimates.

We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.