Estimating Manager - Mechanical, Mission Critical

Description

• Completes review and execution of bid forms, bid bonds, etc. on bid projects including general requirements. Participates in and summarizes bid day activities.
• Tracks value creation items from development through inclusion and documents in project documentation.
• Complete and review of mechanical options as part of the preconstruction process and completes system analysis for select projects.
• Improves project profitability opportunities by applying thorough understanding of insurance structures, fees and rates.
• Coordinates feasibility studies on life-cycle costs of building Mechanical and Plumbing systems.
• Assists with site logistic reviews including the development of temporary cooling and heating plans.
• Supports vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitation and coordination.
• Prepares material and other costs summary for quotes from vendors.
• Presents and sells estimates and proposals and participates in project procurement presentations.
• Reads and outlines project specifications.
• Provides training and mentorship to others.
• Supports the distribution of plans and specifications to vendors/subcontractors.
• Maintains an audit trail of the quantity survey from estimate to estimate.
• Develops Mechanical and Plumbing bidder's list to project requirements.
• Performs quantity survey of mechanical and plumbing materials shown on project plans.
• Assist in the completion of bid analysis and provides input during the subcontractor selection process.
• Develops and maintains client and subcontractor relationships.
• Collaborates with operations to provide constructability and coordination reviews of project documents.
• Develops sequencing requirements of various systems and providing slutions to met the schedule requirements.
• Prepares complex Mechanical and Plumbing cost estimates for competitive bids and negotiated proposals for multiple projects.
• Works collaboratively and creates relationships with a variety of stakeholders, such as project team members, subcontractors, vendors and clients.
• Leads efforts to assemble, analyze and store project cost history.
• Provides system analysis of building components and MEP systems and assists operations staff on project logistics, staging, phasing plans and coordination.
• Provides professional and comprehensive deliverables at the completion of each major estimate.
• Reviews financial risk to the company and ensures fee enhancements are within estimates, including contract risk. Partners with operations to assess and mitigate risk.
• Develops and manages scopes of work for Mechanical and Plumbing scopes, including responsibility matrix, distribution of plans and specifications, and pricing, bid solicitation and coordination for vendors and subcontractors.

Requirements

• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally.
• Thorough understanding of different mechanical and plumbing systems, and the ability to evaluate value engineering options with designers and owners.
• Ability to prepare quantity surveys.
• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
• Knowledge of MBE (minority business enterprise), WBE (women’s business enterprise), and SBA (small business administration) regulations (Intermediate).
• Applies knowledge of subcontractor market and how to prequalify subcontractors.
• Knowledge of field operations through project support.
• Preference for total of 8+ years construction experience.
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
• Utilizes knowledge of the project schedule and logistics in project estimates.
• Communication skills, verbal and written (Intermediate).
• Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
• Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
• Knowledge of the means and methods of construction management (Intermediate).
• Proficiency in construction estimating software, including Building Connected, Accubid, Fast Duct, and Fast Pipe software or equivalent software (Advanced).
• Ability to develop proficiency in Lens, Revit and/or ASE software.
• Proficiency in required construction technology.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
• May require periods of overnight travel
• Proficiency in MS Office with emphasis on strong Excel skills (Intermediate).
• Applies knowledge of project schedule to preconstruction efforts with specific focus on Mechanical and Plumbing scopes.
• 5+ years estimating experience required.
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work (Advanced)
• Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications (Advanced).
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field (Preferred).
• Ability to conduct effective presentations.
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Valid and unrestricted drivers license required

Benefits

• Normal office environment, but may be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Gains field operational exposure through onsite project support, as opportunities exist.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance