What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Estimator - HVAC/Construction position at EATEAM?
Mechanical Estimator - HVAC / Construction
Lanham, MD
We are currently searching for an Estimator to join our team and help us move into the next phase of our growth plan. Reporting to the President, this position will play an important role as part of the Estimating Department, assisting in the distribution of opportunities that come into the Estimating department to bid, the finalizing of estimates before they are presented to the client and the tracking of proposals and sales for the department. This includes the process that generates and sends proposals, accepts work from customers, and transfers information to the operations team in ways that allow them to perform at the highest level.
Specific duties include :
Collaborate with Chief Estimator to determine which projects to bid
Build relationships with customers (GC's, owners, engineers, etc.)
Develop estimates for the Construction Department
Negotiate projects with customers
Prepare budgets for awarded projects
Report to leadership on all things Estimating related.
Maintain connection with the project management team to learn about successes and mistakes
Attend customer, subcontractor and vendor meet and greet events.
Look for and create new and improved estimating processes that will improve the accuracy and speed of our estimating team.
Oversee the process for Turnover Meeting #1 on projects to PM Team.
Track Construction Estimates by category and report on KPIs for estimating.
Work with Construction Field Operations Manager and VP of Construction on Manpower projections as a result of pending and new projects.
Experience, Capabilities And Skills
6-8 years of experience of mechanical or construction estimating experience, including proposal development, and general familiarity with the bid process.
Ability to analyze specifications, plans, and create material take-offs from drawings, while considering project costs and site requirements.
Successful candidates must have experience in construction and / or mechanical contracting; HVAC and / or plumbing contracting experience a plus.
Experience using estimating software.
Exceptional time management skills and comfort working on multiple projects simultaneously.
Leadership Skills And Attributes
A quick learner who can rapidly embrace a new company, culture, and responsibilities.
An active listener who is present in the moment.
An ability to establish strong relationships and maintain alignment with leadership, employees, and vendors.
Ability to build strong, repeatable processes.
Unquestionable ethics that drive leadership and behavior.
Ability to travel to job sites in the MD, VA, and D.C. areas.
