Mechanical Estimator II – Budgets, Bids & Specs

Southland Industries; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; 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, a leading MEP firm, seeks an experienced Estimator to prepare budgets, conceptual and detailed estimates for small to mid-size projects. You will analyze drawings, perform material take-offs, price units, and coordinate with subcontractors to assemble comprehensive bids.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering and at least 3 years of estimating in mechanical construction, with strong communication and analytical skills to review drawings and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred.
• 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 drafting skills
• Solid Excel and Word skills
• Solid knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software

Responsibilities

• 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 obtain quotes.
• Reviews RFPs, Basis of Design and drawings to determine scope and required contents of estimate.
• Presents information and responds to questions from internal departments.

Skills

Bachelor’s degree requirement

3+ years estimating experience

Verbal and written communication

Analytical skills

Cost data interpretation

Reading drawings/specifications

Mathematical calculations

Drafting skills

Excel & Word proficiency

Estimating software knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical

Sheet Metal Estimating software

Job description

Southland Industries, a leading MEP firm, seeks an experienced Estimator to prepare budgets, conceptual and detailed estimates for small to mid-size projects. You will analyze drawings, perform material take-offs, price units, and coordinate with subcontractors to assemble comprehensive bids.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering and at least 3 years of estimating in mechanical construction, with strong communication and analytical skills to review drawings and