Project Estimator

Country

United States of America

Location:

CAP25: Pittsburgh,PA 1011 Alcon Street, Pittsburgh, PA, 15220 USA

Carrier is the leading global provider of healthy, safe and sustainable building and cold chain solutions with a world-class, diverse workforce with business segments covering HVAC, refrigeration, and fire and security. We make modern life possible by delivering safer, smarter and more sustainable services that make a difference to people and our planet while revolutionizing industry trends. This is why we come to work every day. Join us and we can make a difference together.

At Automated Logic, we've been developing and supporting intelligent building solutions that have helped customers, including small businesses to Fortune 500 corporations, operate their buildings more efficiently for over 40 years. Our products help reduce energy consumption, lower utility, operating and maintenance costs, and improve indoor air quality, occupant comfort, and productivity. Technology that supports the buildings and industry of today and tomorrow requires a wide range of talents and skill sets.

About This Role

Automated Logic has an opening for an experienced Project Estimator/Developer for our Western PA area. The Project Estimator will support the needs of the Construction and Service Sales Teams throughout the North Central Region. As an integral member of the sales teams you will have considerable responsibilities for the Estimating and Constructability process during project development.

Job Description

• Follow estimating department processes and procedures
• Review plans and specifications for projects bidding
• Prepare scope letters and proposals
• Complete computerized bid reviews for project bidding by requested dates
• Prepare scopes of work where applicable and note special conditions
• Attend pre-bids, make site visits and fill out site visit checklist
• Perform computerized takeoffs utilizing Bluebeam
• Involve the Sales Team and Operations Team on applicable project reviews
• Contact vendors and subcontractors to assure adequate pricing for the projects and adequate scope coverage
• Review incoming scope prepared by vendors and subcontractors for compliance with contract requirements
• Assemble and evaluate all labor data for final use and input into estimate file
• Ensure compliance to meet diversity goals by sourcing both subcontractor and vendors that meet project criteria
• Note any special conditions or considerations taken while in take-off mode on drawings
• Assist in preparing schedules and manpower loading and assembly of bids
• Assist in preparation of turnover meetings with project managers and help prepare documents for turnover
• Assist in take-off of work in place estimates of ongoing work as required by construction group
• Maintain accurate and organized files on all projects estimated
• Forge and maintain relationship with vendors and subcontractors to promote partnering
• Acquire a working knowledge of the Bluebeam, Microsoft 365 System, and Bid Tracer Acquire the ability to operate the systems through constant training
• Continually train and increase ability to estimate larger and more complex projects
• Manage time and deadlines effectively in accordance with estimating schedules
• Assist in writing scope letters for projects bidding
• Utilize applicable sales tools effectively (CRM, estimating software, etc.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma OR GED
• 5 years of Mechanical OR Electrical OR Building Automation experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering Degree or Technical Degree
• Experience in cost estimating of mechanical and controls systems a plus
• Understanding of Mechanical, HVAC and DDC Systems operation, and associated constructability for retrofit and replacement a plus
• Overall, this role will support a cooperative working climate conducive to maximize employee morale and productivity
• Outstanding organizational skills, excellent time management, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced high-volume environment
• Track record of initiative and establishing priorities, and ownership of work is essential
• Ability to maintain flexible and positive attitude towards assignments
• Excellent Excel skills, experience working with Microsoft Outlook for e-mails, scheduling, and use of Bluebeam a plus
• Must possess excellent communication skills, customer service skills to serve both internal and external customers
• Effective problem-solving ability to research and satisfactorily resolve issues
• Must exhibit attention to detail and commitment
• Excellent work ethic and adherence to company policies
• Self-driven and motivated individual who eventually will need little direction in driving their responsibilities to completion
  
  

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