Mechanical & Plumbing Estimator | Bid, Takeoffs & Growth

Hermanson Company; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with bonus

Medical, prescription, dental & vision

401(k) with discretionary match

Generous paid time off

Disability income protection

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Hermanson Company is seeking an Estimator to assemble estimates for Mechanical and/or Plumbing Projects, supporting procurement and bid preparation. Responsibilities include takeoffs, RFI management, and direct cost accounting using FabEST MEP, Bluebeam Revu, and Excel.

The role may involve site walks and collaboration with project teams to meet strategic goals. Qualified candidates will have 2+ years in mechanical/plumbing estimating, plus a Bachelor's in Engineering/Construction Management and

Qualifications

• Two or more years of Mechanical and/or Plumbing estimating experience.
• Ability to learn Autodesk FabEST MEP, Bluebeam Revu and Excel.
• Strong organizational, planning, communication and team skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret project drawings and specs.
• Ability to present information clearly to the estimating manager and colleagues.
• Ability to apply principles of advanced mathematics and statistics.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk and databases.
• Team oriented attitude and drive to win Hermanson Company goals.

Responsibilities

• Perform specification reviews and create outlines detailing project requirements.
• Communicate in writing all pre-bid questions and RFIs to Account Executives and/or engineer of record to ensure proper preparation of bids.
• Perform manual and/or digitized drawing takeoffs of plumbing/piping and sheet metal systems using Excel, Bluebeam Revu and/or Autodesk FabEST MEP estimating software.
• Input FabEST MEP material and labor takeoff data into final estimate spreadsheet.
• Input counts of fixtures, equipment and other specialties into final bid spreadsheet.
• Determine and assign unit labor hours to fixtures, equipment and specialties.
• Determine quantity and types of rental equipment for installation of mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Assist in determining all other direct job costs for project estimates.
• Compose project scope letter detailing inclusions, exclusions and clarifications.
• Assist in assembling post bid breakdowns for turnover to project management and construction team.
• Assist in post bid turnover meetings to relay project approach and estimate information to the construction team.

Skills

Estimating experience

FabEST MEP

Bluebeam Revu

Excel

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's in Eng/CM

Tools

Autodesk FabEST

Bluebeam Revu

Excel

MS Office

Autodesk/ databases

Job description

Hermanson Company is seeking an Estimator to assemble estimates for Mechanical and/or Plumbing Projects, supporting procurement and bid preparation. Responsibilities include takeoffs, RFI management, and direct cost accounting using FabEST MEP, Bluebeam Revu, and Excel.

The role may involve site walks and collaboration with project teams to meet strategic goals. Qualified candidates will have 2+ years in mechanical/plumbing estimating, plus a Bachelor's in Engineering/Construction Management and