Estimator - HVAC / Special Projects

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.; Newport News (VA); In loco; USD 65.000 - 95.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Health Savings Plan

Wellness Programs

Descrizione del lavoro

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. in Newport News, VA is seeking a Special Projects Estimator to prepare complete bids for HVAC and related systems on commercial projects.

You will assemble estimates from plans and specs, solicit subcontractor and vendor quotes, review documents, develop bid strategies, and coordinate with operations. Occasional site visits and strong written/verbal communication are essential.

Competenze

• 2+ years' trades estimating experience in commercial/industrial construction.
• 1+ years' estimating/pre-construction experience.
• Knowledge of estimating software (Autobid, Quote Soft, TSI, Estimation).
• Understanding of construction assemblies and cost control.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.

Mansioni

• Assemble complete estimates for assigned projects across trades, focusing on HVAC.
• Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotes to cover all scopes of work.
• Review construction documents and bid instructions to ensure compliance.
• Distribute plans and addenda to subs/vendors via FTP/email.
• Assist in development of bid strategies and takeoffs; meet deadlines.

Conoscenze

Trades estimating

Estimating/Pre-Construction

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Formazione

AAS or BS in Engineering/Construction Management

Strumenti

Autobid

QuoteSoft

TSI

Descrizione del lavoro

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count! $0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE! Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Short-Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Wellness Programs

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website Acibuilds.com

Summary/Objective

The Special Projects Estimator will be responsible for providing complete estimates for bids on projects assigned by the Estimating Manager. These will usually be smaller commercial construction projects and deal with HVAC/ Commercial HVAC and Sheet Metal

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the complete assembly of all estimates on projects assigned to you, for various trades, from the time that plans and specs are issued to bid day. Majority focus is on HVAC
• Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotations to ensure coverage on all scopes of work
• Review all construction documents including instructions to bidders, scope of work, and general conditions
• Distribute plans, specifications, and addenda to subcontractors and vendors via company ftp website and/or email
• Assist in development of bid strategies
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits which may result in travel time on occasions
• Prepare detailed estimates by reviewing take-off and pricing for completeness on all self-performed work
• Review in detail subcontractor and vendor quotations for full compliance with the plans and specifications
• Develop rough draft scope of work for proposals
• Assist in negotiating subcontracts and procurement of materials and equipment
• Enter estimate into job cost control program and participate in turnover/transition meetings with the operations team
• Experience in providing budgets, estimates, construction schedules, and manpower projections
• Work as part of a team and coordinate scope of work between in-house trades
• Must be a self-starter, able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, show attention to detail and demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility:

No

Required

• 2+ years' trades estimating experience in commercial and/or industrial construction projects or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1+ years' Estimating/Pre-Construction experience. If candidate has strong knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment, ACI can train into estimating.
• Demonstrate knowledge and efficiency in computer/network based estimating software (i.e. Autobid, Quote Soft, TSI, Estimation, etc.)
• Advanced knowledge of assigned discipline, estimating techniques and cost control, plus ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
• Understanding and capable of construction assemblies
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to meet critical deadlines
• Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
• Must be available to work assigned schedules

Work Environment

The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but is not limited to the following:

• Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
• Position will require visits to construction and industrial work sites

Physical Demands

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machines. Site visits will require walking through existing buildings, industrial plants and/or on-going construction sites. This will involve stairs and at times ladders on multiple floors/levels.

Travel

• May require infrequent travel (typically not overnight)

Preferred

• AAS or BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or other related discipline
• Prior military experience

Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer