Estimating Manager

The Bell Company; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP stock

Training program

Advancement opportunities

Annual bonus

Life insurance

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Bell Company in Richmond, VA is seeking an Estimating Manager to lead a team on complex mechanical, plumbing, and industrial projects. You will oversee cost plans, bid strategy, and collaboration with project leadership to ensure competitive, accurate estimates.

We offer ESOP stock participation, a defined annual bonus program, comprehensive benefits, and relocation assistance. Prior estimating leadership experience is essential for success.

Qualifications

• 10 years’ experience in mechanical estimation for complex industrial projects.
• Experience with hard-bid and negotiated estimates.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management.
• Ability to lead a team and set priorities.
• Understanding Bell policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all estimating activities.
• Prepare bid forms and RFPs.
• Coordinate bid team with regional offices.
• Establish wage rates and general conditions.
• Ensure on-time bid submissions.
• Turnover estimating data to project team.

Skills

Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical project management

Leadership capabilities

Bid management

Cost controls

Relocation willingness

Salesforce

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN RICHMOND, VA. THE RATE OF PAY IS $140-180K YEARLY.

The Bell Company is a large Mechanical Contractor that takes on some of the most complex projects in our East Coast Market. This is your chance to become a part of this dynamic team.

As the Estimating Manager with The Bell Company, you will have the opportunity to use your skills to work on hospitals, laboratories, data centers, large industrial and institutional projects. Additional information on our past and current projects can be found on our website: www.thebellcompany.com

PAY RANGE

$140-180K / YEAR FOR ESTIMATING MANAGER

THE BENEFITS

• Being part of an EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY with the company contributing stock in the anticipated value of 3% to 6% of your gross (ESOP program) for all employees. The program is subject to vesting and/or company performance.
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Opportunities for advancement
• Defined annual bonus program based on Company performance
• Employer paid $50,000 life insurance
• Elective medical with 75% employer contribution, dental and supplemental benefits are available immediately
• 401 (k) program with 3% employer grant
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Relocation assistance available

PAYROLL CLASSIFICATION

This position is a Salaried Exempt position (Executive)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

This is a position for a candidate experienced as a self-perform mechanical and plumbing trades estimator on complex industrial, institutional and health care projects. Estimates on similar type projects is required.

PREREQUISITES

• 10 years’ experience in combination of the following.
• Mechanical project management
• 4-year degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management
• Worked as a Mechanical Estimator
• Displays leadership capabilities
• A good understanding of Bell policies and procedures

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior completion of mechanical and plumbing estimates with project size exceeding $25 million
• Demonstrated experience in estimating for both, hard-bid and negotiated projects.
• Demonstrated experience developing accurate estimates from schematic design documents.
• Experience in leading a team, providing direction, and determining priorities to achieve a complete and final estimate.
• Experience in writing subcontractor scopes, negotiating pricing and issuing subcontracts.

EXPERIENCE

• Candidates must demonstrate a past work history and their desire for a career in construction.
• Experience in project cost controls and Job cost accounting, contracts, scopes of work, material take offs and pricing, bonding and insurances, licensing and labor burdens.
• This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an industry leading team and must maintain a willingness to relocate for project needs to take advantage of ample opportunities for advancement in our growing market.

DUTIES

• Maintain the ethics and professionalism of The Bell Company in the execution of the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• Supervise and coordinate all estimating activities in the Estimating Department.
• Evaluation and training of Rochester Estimating staff
• Review and sign all department time and pre-approve all Over Time
• Responsible for the preparation and accuracy of all bid forms and specific RFP requirements
• Conduct Kick Off Meeting with all Lead Estimators to provide concise direction for a project estimate.
• Organize bid team requirements and responsibilities; coordinate efforts with Regional offices
• Establish project wage rates for the estimate.
• Establish the initial General Conditions for the bid
• Evaluate the project requirements for MBE/WBE, EEO, licenses, insurance, bonding, surety, QA/QC and Safety. Assign responsibilities for completion and assure responses are timely for the bidding schedule.
• Secure and assist in the development of the following information from the Project Executive:
• Organizational Chart
• Verify licensing requirements
• Construction Plan
• Organize and assign on-site pre-bid walkthrough and responsibilities.
• Review subcontractor scope sheets for bid.
• Prepare bid room for bid day activities.
• Close out of Main Recap on bid day.
• Responsible for turnover of estimating information to the project team and Finance Department for set up of project cost control
• Track all projects of interest and provide Bid Calendar input on a weekly basis.
• Report on and track identified projects in Salesforce.
• Supplement recruiting, interviewing and evaluating of Estimator candidates, as needed.

Additional Requirements

• Dedicated, self-motivated with good verbal and people skills.
• Demonstrate a stable work history.
• Able to prioritize and work independently.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Performing and assigning department duties to assure all deadlines are met.

The Bell Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Disabled and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Our focus marketplace is the Heavy Construction Industry (Mechanical Piping) and PLUMBING

If you have experience in the following disciplines, we want to hear from you!