Estimator (Piping and Plumbing)

JOB SUMMARY

Do you want to be on the leading edge of construction in the Southeast? Do you enjoy working in a collaborative environment with highly qualified, dedicated professionals to solve challenging problems in a fast-paced construction environment?

McKenney’s is looking to hire individuals who are detail-oriented and passionate to solve challenging problems in various market segments from healthcare to mission-critical, life sciences, office, and hospitality.

Estimators will work in a team setting to develop accurate, constructible, and timely HVAC estimates while meeting McKenney’s estimating standards. You will be responsible for reviewing project specifications, performing take-offs, and developing trade-specific estimates to be used in the overall project estimates and proposals. You will have the unique opportunity to become familiar with all HVAC estimates across a wide variety of project types, as well as playing a key part in improving estimating tools, interfacing with project teams, and supporting change and progress as a member of a dynamic, growing company.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTION

• Accurately and efficiently perform material and labor take-offs in compliance with McKenney’s fabrication standards, project plans, project specifications, and code requirements.
• Effectively and proactively communicate with project managers, project engineers, field Foremen, estimators, and sales engineers during the bid process and throughout construction.
• Proactively identify and communicate areas of deficiency/gaps/safety risks along with proposed solutions and estimates to support the timely completion of proposals.
• Source and qualify material and subcontractor bids in adherence to project documentation.
• Become an expert on FastPipe, EstMEP, and McKenney’s Estimator and use these tools to prepare timely estimates accurately.
• Use computer skills, knowledge, and experience to facilitate constant improvement of estimating systems, processes, and bid accuracy.
• Work with the Manufacturing teams to proactively update productivity metrics, understand new/existing capabilities, and overall seek areas of improvements in the design/build workflow.
• Identify typical estimating assemblies/modules and facilitate their usage in estimates.
• Lead effort to update material and labor pricing in estimating systems.
• Develop and support budgeting tools for pipe, duct, plumbing, and controls.
• Attend job review meetings to obtain feedback on closed-won projects.
• Actively pursue self-development of skills as it relates to the duties of this job position.
• Maintain enthusiasm and a positive attitude.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Building Construction Management or an HS diploma with at least 5 years of construction supervisory experience in the mechanical trades.
• Must have general PC experience in Windows environments, working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Web-enabled applications, and database software. Must have intermediate-level experience with Excel.
• Exceptional time management, multitasking, communication, and interpersonal skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Working towards a Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management degree or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years working in the Piping or Plumbing trades.
• Experience with MEP estimating software.
• Experience with FastPipe and or EstMEP.
• Experience using Revit 2019 or AutoCAD.
• Master or Journeyman Plumber’s license.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND CHARACTERISTICS

• Must be a self-starter with the ability to work well as part of a team and independently.
• Ability to use time productively, maximize efficiency, and meet challenging work goals.
• Ability to maintain painstaking attention to detail while completing multiple or repetitive tasks.
• Able to demonstrate a serious commitment to accuracy and quality while meeting goals or deadlines.
• Ability to take on additional responsibilities and determine and manage priorities with minimal guidance.
• Must possess and maintain exceptional work ethic while upholding company values and demand the highest standard of conduct from self and others.
• Must project a professional and polished image that inspires confidence and trust.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Work involves moderate exposure to elements, such as hot/cold temperatures, dirt, dust, and/or loud noises.
• The work environment involves some exposure to construction-related hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
• Light physical effort.
• Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds and some standing or walking.
• Work requires local and occasional out-of-town travel to job sites and customer locations.

Moving Safety Forward, our initiative for continuous improvements in our safety culture, reminds us that we are on a journey toward a zero-incident culture. In all we do, we must work to build a partnership with our employees, customers and business associates that empowers them all with the ability to do their jobs safely.

McKenney’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or gender identity. McKenney’s is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.