Estimator

Prairie Mechanical Corporation; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with employer HSA

Paid time off

Holidays

Company cell phone

Laptop provided

Life insurance

401k with employer match

Job summary

Prairie Mechanical Corporation in Omaha, Nebraska seeks a skilled mechanical estimator to bid and manage projects, leveraging strong reading of drawings and bid documents. The role emphasizes accuracy, analytics, and collaboration with engineers, architects, and vendors.

The position requires 3-5 years in mechanical estimating, proficiency with estimating software and MS Office, and excellent communication skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of mechanical estimating experience.
• 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.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and estimating programs.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Mechanical estimating

Reading drawings

Communication

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering/Construction management degree

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

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.