PPM Project Estimator 1.2

EMCOR Group; Society Hill (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Group is seeking a Project Estimator in Society Hill, SC to prepare cost estimates for a range of industrial facilities projects. You will analyze blueprints, perform take-offs, and compile pricing with input from clients, vendors, and engineers.

The role requires travel, strong MS Office skills, and familiarity with estimating software like Accubid. A background in construction and cost control will support effective planning and turnover.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor of Science in engineering or construction related field desirable; Master’s preferred.
• Knowledge of construction industry and contract documentation.

Responsibilities

• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future projects.
• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Prepare estimates used by management for planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
• Analyze blueprints and documents to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Coordinate with Engineering Department and staff for take-offs and pricing changes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Accubid

Project management tools

Construction/financial software

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor of Science in engineering or construction related field

Master of Science in engineering or construction related field desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Accubid

Project management/document control software

Job description

About Us

We are a leading industrial mechanical, electrical, and civil construction services provider for the fossil and nuclear power, pulp and paper, chemical, mining, and general manufacturing industries. We provide a full range of industrial facilities maintenance and process maintenance services.

Job Summary

MOR PPM, Inc. seeks a Project Estimator in Society Hill, SC.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Collect historical cost data to estimate costs for current or future products.

• Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments, or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.

• Prepare estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.

• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.

• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors, and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

• Review contract and bid documents; review and understand scope for project turnover

• Attend walk-throughs, pre-bid and scope clarification meetings

• Quantitative take-off and computer entry

• Prepare scope letters and proposals

• Maintain relationships with customers, General Contractors, vendors and subcontractors

• Ability to perform design/build, conceptual and budget estimates

• Coordinate the efforts of junior and staff-level resources in performing take-offs, issuing bills of material to vendors and obtaining subcontractor quotes

• Coordinate efforts with the Engineering Department

• Ensure documents are centrally saved in the company's drive within the confidential estimating folder(s)

• Assist project managers with takeoffs and pricing changes in work

• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Vice President of Preconstruction with recommendation for resolution.

• Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• 5+ years related experience in the construction industry.

• High School diploma or GED required.

• Bachelor of Science in and Master of Science in engineering or construction related field desirable.

• Knowledge of the construction industry and contract documentation.

• Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines.

Computer Skills

• Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel)

• Familiarity with Accubid, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs.

• Familiarity with project management/document control software.

• Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

Physical Demands

• This role requires the ability to travel estimated 50% of the time
• Must be able to adhere to customer/job site requirements such as:
• Must be able to move in and around confided spaces and uneven areas
• Must have full range of motion consistent with age
• Must be able to climb and maintain balance ladders
• Must be able to adequately hear and respond to voice commands and alerts from other employees, alarms and other job-related noises
• Visual acuity, depth perception and color discrimination consistent with that required to work at heights and on uneven surfaces
• Safety/Steel toe shoes are required.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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