Estimator II: Mechanical & Duct – Employee-Owned

Southland Industries, Inc.; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 50% company match (no

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Term life, AD&D insurance

Disability income protection

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a Mechanical Construction Estimator with 3+ years of experience to prepare budgets and bid packages for small to mid-size projects. This role analyzes drawings, performs material take-offs, and solicits subcontractor bids to assemble competitive estimates.

As an employee-owned firm, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to work with leaders in the MEP sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and or related experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical construction estimating
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid analytical skills
• Solid ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
• Solid ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
• Solid knowledge of construction costs and principles
• Solid ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and prorations to practical situations
• Solid Excel and Word skills
• Solid knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software

Responsibilities

• Prepares preliminary budgets, conceptual estimates and detail estimates generally for small to medium-size projects with experience generally in specific trade.
• Analyzes drawings and uses applicable software to perform material take-offs for detailed estimates and provides unit cost pricing.
• Performs basic red-lining of documents as needed.
• Assists with developing project updates and bid package estimate documents’ comparison. Tracks and adjusts quantities as needed. Resolves discrepancies.
• Solicits subcontractor bids and partners with vendors to build relationships and obtain quotes.
• Reviews Request for Proposals (RFPs), Basis of Design and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Presents information and responds to questions from internal departments.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Reading drawings/specs

Mathematical calculations

Cost data interpretation

Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering (preferred)

Trade school or equivalent training

Tools

Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical

Sheet Metal Estimating software

Excel

Word

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a Mechanical Construction Estimator with 3+ years of experience to prepare budgets and bid packages for small to mid-size projects. This role analyzes drawings, performs material take-offs, and solicits subcontractor bids to assemble competitive estimates.

As an employee-owned firm, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to work with leaders in the MEP sector.