Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator Mechanical Contractor - Mechanical Construction- Estimator – MEP - HVAC Our client is an excellent large mechanical contractor in the Greater Maryland & Washington, DC Metro area and is actively seeking a to add a Mechanical Estimator to the group. This role will provide take-off and estimates for mechanical projects including ductwork, HVAC, piping and plumbing projects, hydronic systems & boilers in commercial and industrial settings. Job Description Provide quantity take-offs, analyses, estimates, and studies Review bid documents and RFP’s to determine the scope of work and prepare estimates Negotiate and work with suppliers for material cost & availability Able to communicate and interact with vendors, subcontractors and client Ability to read project diagrams, drawings and specifications Ability to meet deadlines for estimates/bids Maintain existing relationships and develop new ones with clients, equipment and material vendors and subcontractors Review invitations to bid and identify high potential opportunities Review plans, specification and all relevant documents to understand project requirements Submit RFI’s as needed to clarify a specific discrepancy or a potential problem Request pricing from subcontractors and venders Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, and production times Obtain, review, and compare quotes from venders and subcontractors. Negotiating price with the suppliers for the equipment & materials per the project budget Qualifications Four (4) or more years of estimating experience in HVAC, Plumbing, Process Piping, or Mechanical systems estimating in a mechanical contracting company Able to read drawings and specification, compile an accurate take-off and summary Preparation of mechanical estimate scopes of work, calculating takeoff of scopes of work for HVAC, mechanical and piping systems Reviewed bid drawings, specifications, general conditions, and other relevant bid documents prior to materials take-off and cost estimate of mechanical projects for subcontract or prime bids Communicate with vendors, suppliers, and sub-contractor requirements for pricing, delivery dates, and product compliance within specifications Identifying possible cost saving opportunities Knowledge of HVAC equipment, materials and methods of installation Strong working knowledge of mechanical systems in Industrial, mechanical contracting, mechanical construction field Knowledgeable in the use of a computerized estimating program as well as proficiency in Windows/PC-based software Strong communication and negotiation skills, excellent team player Excellent communication skills Please send a current resume to alexlibertyjobs.com for consideration and more details. My client is highly accessible to individuals that live in the Maryland, D.C. or Northern Virginia areas. Alex Showers Liberty Personnel Services 484-567-2087 alexlibertyjobs.com Construction Midsenior Key Words: (Take-off, HVAC Estimator, Mechanical Estimator, HVAC, Commercial HVAC, Controls, HVAC Design, HVAC Engineer, HVAC/R, Plumbing, Process Piping, Mechanical Construction, Mechanical Contractor, Mechanical Estimating, Project Manager) Category: Construction – Mechanical-HVAC-MEP