What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Prairie Mechanical Corporation?
The mechanical industry is fast paced and detailed oriented, requiring a strong team of project managers and estimators to efficiently bid and manage projects for our customers. We offer a competitive wage and benefit package that includes salary, health insurance with employer HSA match, paid time-off and holidays, company cell phone and laptop, life insurance, 401k with employer match and more!
Qualifications:
- 3-5 years of mechanical estimating experience
- Possess strong understanding of mechanical systems design and installation
- Skilled in reading and understanding drawings, specifications, and bid documents
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
- Computer knowledge that includes Microsoft Office Suite and experience working with estimating programs
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle and manage a variety of tasks
Job Functions:
- Determine scope of work and contents of the project estimate
- Partner with subcontractors and vendors to obtain and calculate specific costs of labor, equipment, and material to prepare estimates
- Maintain positive relationships with engineers, architects, subcontractors, contractors, and vendors, suggesting adjustments as needed to the scope of projects
- Research previous cost data to prepare bids and assist in the development of guidelines for future estimates
- Analyze awarded and lost estimates to identify anomalies and opportunities for future improvement
Preferred Certificates/Licenses/Education:
- College degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, construction management, or building science preferred and/or 5-10 years of experience in the Mechanical/HVAC/Plumbing (or related) industries. Additional trade school certification or internship experience is also beneficial.