Estimator

Overview

Evaluates bid specs, performs itemized takeoffs, and prepares mechanical/HVAC estimates.

Key Responsibilities

• digital takeoff
• bid preparation
• excel bids
• procore upload
• vendor management
• rfi development

Tasks

-Review all bid documents necessary to understand the requirements of the project. -Submit 100% of bids and budgets by the bid deadline. -Prior to Estimating Turnover Meeting, if requested by Project Management Team, review drawings with the Project Team and highlight areas of concern. -Prepare and provide the required Material Profiles for each piping system required in the estimate based on the review of the bid documents, for the Project Bid Set-up Form -Perform 3D On-Screen Digital Take-offs of pipe, valves, fittings, HVAC & Plumbing Equipment, plumbing fixtures, ductwork, and ductwork accessories to gather information for the preparation of bid. -Transmit addenda and other bid information to subcontractors through Procore managed by the Estimating Administrative Assistant. -Prepare Invitations to Bid for vendors and subcontractors as determined to be required as necessary for the project based on the review of bid documents. -You are 100% responsible for the scope of work that you are estimating. -Review bid requirements thoroughly and ask follow-up questions if necessary to complete the bid. -Visit job sites when needed to get a better understanding of project scope and/or overall trade specific practices. -The employee must consistently uphold, embody, and promote the Core Values of the company in all interactions, decisions, and daily responsibilities. -Organize Excel Bid Worksheets, quotations from vendors & subcontractors in both the electronic and hard copy Bid Folders by Trade specific information. -Upon Project Award, prepare for and participate in turnover meetings with the Project Management Team. -Prepares subcontractor bid packages for supervisor approval. -Perform a comprehensive "bid day" analysis and scoping of specific assigned trades. -File all Emails to a Job Specific Folder in Outlook -Prior to Estimating Turnover Meeting, if requested by Project Management Team, Review Job Cost with Project Management Team referencing Subcontractors, Vendors, and any Adjustments made to pricing. -Build relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and customers. -Ensure having the proper coverage from subcontractors and vendors on bid day. -Prepare and fill out Excel Bid Sheets with all necessary required description of materials, equipment and associated pricing, and corresponding Labor Units. -Have a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades for your assigned bids. -Make necessary verbal contact with vendors and subcontractors to secure the necessary quotations in a timely manner -Provide Detailed Quantity Take-Off Surveys, produce Material & Labor Pivot Summaries, and Equipment Quantity Surveys utilizing Estimating Software, BlueBeam, or other software as technology advances. -Follows up with vendors and subcontractors about the related scope of work they will be providing and pricing. -Assist Estimating Team with the Delivery of Sealed Bids to Owner’s & General Contractors when necessary. -Work with the Estimating Team to Assemble Data for Estimates and Proposals. -Save Vendor & Subcontractor Quotes as soon as they are received. -In the performance of duties and responsibilities, you are expected to observe all safety, health, and loss prevention rules, practices, and procedures, as well as specific instructions related to the safe and efficient performance of your work. -Prepare Project Bid Proposal using company standard proposal forms and other electronic bid forms required by construction manager and/or general contractors -Solicit and maintain communication with subcontractors and vendors. -Ensures that subs are aware of and commit to the project schedule, addendums, and Front End, Documents provided by Design Team, Owners, Construction Managers, General Contractors. -Develop RFI's and necessary clarifications.

Requirements

• estimating
• bluebeam
• procore
• bim
• cad
• piping

What You Bring

-For consideration, candidates must have a minimum of five to ten years of estimating experience with itemized take-off, preparation of bid forms and closing out of bids for the Mechanical/HVAC and/or Plumbing Trades. Must be able to perform On-screen Take-offs using 3D Estimating Software, BlueBeam, and MS Excel. Proficiency in using Procore. Although a bachelor’s degree in a Construction related field is a plus, it is not necessary. A background using BIM / CAD 3D Software would be a plus. -For consideration, candidates must be able to successfully complete the Human Resources onboarding process and pass the Safety Orientation training without the assistance of an interpreter. This includes fully understanding the content delivered by the instructor and passing the associated exams independently. Employee must also be able to receive and understand instructions provided by their supervisor and communicate directly with them without the need for interpretation services. -Must know Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel. -Must be self-motivated and punctual. -Experience and Knowledge with Piping for Mechanical and/or Plumbing Systems: Chilled Water, Condenser Water, Glycol, Steam, Steam Condensate, A/C Condensate, A/C Condensate Recovery, Fuel Oil, Natural & LP Gas, Specialty Piping, Refrigeration and Mechanical Equipment AHU’s, Chillers, Boilers, Heat Exchangers, Pumps, Plumbing Fixtures, Water Heaters, Medical Gas Piping & Equipment, Storage Tanks, Booster Pumps, Ductwork, Exhaust Fans, Duct Accessories, etc.;. -Excellent follow up skills both internally and externally. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills. -On Screen Itemized Take Off -An effective and viable safety, health, and loss prevention program will be attained only when all employees are safety conscious and keenly aware, both mentally and physically, of the potential hazards of the workplace environment. -Bilingual a plus, but not required -Confidentiality is essential. -For safety, operational efficiency, and compliance reasons, the ability to understand, communicate, and follow workplace safety instructions in English is required. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as necessary with applicable laws. -Must be able to manage multiple tasks. -Ability to meet tight deadlines. -Successful completion of current and future estimating training programs.

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About William R. Nash

-Under family leadership, it expanded across the Southeast, the Caribbean, and the Bahamas by the 1990s. -Today it operates as a division of HB Mechanical Group, blending legacy expertise with broader resources. -Typical projects include healthcare facilities, hotels, prisons, stadiums, government buildings, and industrial sites. -Specializing in plumbing, HVAC, fire-protection, medical, and natural gas, the firm tackles both design-assist and project-based work. -Known for its early adoption of building information modeling (BIM), lean production, and in-house fabrication. -Notable for completing projects in marine environments like marinas and serving correctional institutions in remote locales.

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