Mechanical Construction Estimator

Kimmel & Associates; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates Inc. is seeking an Estimator for commercial and industrial mechanical projects in the Jacksonville, FL area. The role focuses on accurate takeoffs, reading specs, submitting RFIs, and coordinating bid processes with vendors and subs.

The candidate will work with a team to ensure competitive, thorough estimates for projects up to seven figures. Preferred candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in a related field or have equivalent trade experience, with 5+ years in estimating

Qualifications

• 5+ years of prior estimating work experience with a commercial mechanical subcontractor.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in lieu of trade experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate takeoffs for commercial and industrial mechanical projects up to seven figures.
• Read specifications and bid documents; prepare RFIs.
• Attend walkthroughs and job inspections; obtain bids from vendors and subs.
• Maintain estimating software and related tools as required.

Skills

Estimating experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field (preferred)

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

About the Company:

The industry-leading mechanical contractor in north Florida for over 50 years, pursuing commercial and industrial mechanical work, their project experience includes new installations, renovations, prefabrications, design build and the installation of heavy mechanical services including process piping, cryogenic piping, central energy plants, deluge systems, and traditional mechanical systems.

With multiple offices in Florida, and now part of a group of companies that includes general and structural contracting services, this well-established and well-diversified contractor is in a growth mode to take advantage of their significant resources, backlog and technological advantages.

About the Position:

Hiring for an Estimator, responsible for accurate takeoffs of commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects up to 7 figures in value. Additional duties include reading specifications and bid documents, preparing and submitting RFIs, attending walkthroughs and job inspections, obtaining bids from vendors and subs and maintaining estimating software as required. Scope of work ranges wide, including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, process piping, fire protection and even some electrical estimates.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field is not required, but preferred in lieu of trade experience.
• 5+ years of prior Estimating work experience with a commercial mechanical subcontractor.
• Proficiency in estimating software and tools