Senior Mechanical Estimator - HVAC, Plumbing & Fire Protection

The Haskell Company; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Salt Lake City seeks a Senior Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates and lead estimating personnel. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with designers and clients, analyze risks, and manage Preconstruction resources. Ideal candidates will have experience in HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection estimating, along with strong relationships with subcontractors. This position offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5 years of estimating experience preferred or 15 years relevant experience in construction.
• Ability to develop detailed estimates at a conceptual level with minimal design.
• Strong understanding of material specifications.

Responsibilities

• Develop precise and detailed construction cost estimates.
• Identify risk items and associated orders of magnitude.
• Collaborate with Preconstruction Leadership.

Skills

HVAC Estimating experience

Plumbing Estimating experience

Fire Protection Mechanical Estimating experience

Ability to forecast design and materials

Strong subcontractor & vendor relationships

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Estimating software experience

Accubid

Beck Destini Estimator

Revit/Navisworks

Job description

Overview

In this role, you will develop accurate, detailed construction cost estimates. The Senior Estimator leads and trains estimating personnel while following the Preconstruction standards and processes.

Responsibilities

• Developing accurate, detailed construction cost estimates at progressive design stages
• Developing associated scope of work clarifications
• Identifying risk items and the associated order of magnitude
• Assisting with Preconstruction resource management
• Assisting with the development and utilization of the Preconstruction processes, standards and tools
• Assisting the Pricing Lead and participating in estimate review meetings
• Contributing to cost savings exercises
• Assisting with the development of bid packages
• Assisting with the project construction budget
• Assisting with Preconstruction-Operations Turnover Meetings
• Assisting with Subcontractor and Vendor relationships
• Assisting with project procurement and buyout
• Collaborating with Preconstruction Leadership
• Collaborating with designers and clients
• Collaborating and assisting the project operations team
• Following project construction costs and market trends
• Participating in Preconstruction software development, maintenance, and historical costs
• Leading and training Estimating personnel
• Travel as required - 10%-20%
• Other duties which may be assigned as needed

Education/Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent and 5 years of estimating experience preferred or 15 years relevant experience in the construction industry

To thrive in this role, you\'ll need

• HVAC, Plumbing and Fire Protection Mechanical Estimating experience, preparing quantity surveys and cost estimates, requiring complete knowledge of labor, material, equipment and subcontractor costs
• Self-perform experience
• Design-Build and CMAR project delivery method experience
• Evaluate building systems for cost effectiveness and constructability
• Strong subcontractor & vendor relationships
• Ability to forecast design and materials at a conceptual level
• Ability to develop a detailed estimate at a conceptual level with minimal design
• Strong understanding of material specifications to make informed recommendations
• Experience in multiple markets including Manufacturing, Consumer Product Goods, Mission Critical, Municipal, Education, Federal, Healthcare, and Water/Wastewater
• Estimating software experience required, Accubid and Beck Destini Estimator preferred
• Revit/Navisworks, 3D model experience a plus

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference.

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status. Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace.