Senior Estimator - SPG

JH KELLY; Portland (OR); In loco; USD 110.000 - 165.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

401K with company match

Life/AD&D; STD & LTD paid by employer

Annual performance bonuses

Profit sharing

Descrizione del lavoro

JH Kelly is hiring a Senior Estimator to lead the preparation of estimates for our Special Projects Group, mentoring junior team members and driving accurate bids. The role focuses on plumbing, piping, and/or sheet metal system estimates and requires collaboration with project managers and suppliers.

You will review scopes, perform takeoffs with AutoBid/ESTmep, and develop technical clarifications to strengthen bids, ensuring competitive pricing and successful project turnover.

Competenze

• 7+ years in estimating for mechanical systems.
• Experience with plumbing, piping and/or sheet metal projects from $500K–$20M+.
• Field or shop experience in mechanical construction.

Mansioni

• Lead bid breakdowns and develop takeoff strategies for accurate estimates.
• Review project scope, specs and addenda; update estimates and communicate changes to bid team.
• Perform takeoffs with AutoBid and ESTmep; ensure all items are accounted for.
• Prepare RFIs, clarifications and exclusions to strengthen bids.
• Collaborate with Project Managers on cost breakdowns for turnover.

Conoscenze

Microsoft Office

Excel

Bluebeam

AutoBid/ESTmep

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Formazione

Trade School/Associate/Bachelor in Construction Management, Engineering or Business

Strumenti

AutoBid

ESTmep

Descrizione del lavoro

Thank you for your interest in joining the JH Kelly team!

For more than 100 years, we've built our reputation on the strength of our people, our commitment to safety, and the relationships we build with our employees, customers, and communities. We're always looking for talented individuals who share our values and take pride in their work.

• Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
• Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
• 401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
• Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
• Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly’s profit-sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation over the past 10 years.

Applications are reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates will be contacted regarding next steps in the hiring process.

As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and productive work environment, all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. Certain positions may also require a background check and/or motor vehicle record (MVR) review based on job responsibilities.

We appreciate your interest in becoming part of the JH Kelly family and look forward to learning more about you.

Position Description

At JH Kelly , we’re hiring a Senior Estimator to lead the preparation of estimates for our Special Projects Group and guide junior team members to success. This isn’t just about crunching numbers—it’s for a sharp, collaborative leader who thrives on delivering accurate bids, building strong relationships, and driving business growth. If you’re a detail-driven problem-solver with a knack for plumbing, piping, and/or sheet metal systems estimates and a passion for mentoring, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.

Here’s a deeper dive into what you’ll take on:

• Lead the team in organizing bid breakdowns and developing takeoff strategies for accurate, efficient estimates.
• Review project scope, specifications, and addenda, updating estimates and communicating changes to the bid team.
• Perform takeoffs using tools like AutoBid and/or ESTmep, ensuring all items shown and specified are accounted for.
• Prepare RFI logs, write RFIs, and develop technical clarifications and exclusions to strengthen bids.

Project Turnover & Cost Analysis

• Collaborate with Project Managers to provide detailed cost breakdowns, including unit/hour, material, and subcontractor analysis for project turnover.
• Review “issued for construction” drawings for revisions, ensuring alignment with the estimate.
• Participate in project turnover meetings to ensure smooth handoffs to execution teams.
• Work closely with the Supply Chain team to secure pricing for materials and equipment.
• Provide specifications and takeoff quantities to support procurement efforts.
• Build and maintain proactive relationships with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure competitive pricing and reliable partnerships.
• Mentor junior estimators, sharing best practices and fostering their growth in estimation techniques and project understanding.
• Collaborate with supervisors and the Estimating team to provide detailed insights from estimates and job cost records.
• Maintain positive relationships with shop and field craft personnel, supervision, and cross-functional teams (safety, CAD/BIM, accounting, IT).

Stakeholder Engagement

• Cultivate satisfied customer relationships to foster recurring business opportunities.
• Consistently meet or exceed the expectations of key stakeholders, including clients and internal teams.

Position Requirements

What You Bring

• Experience: 7+ years in estimating, with a focus on plumbing, piping, and/or sheet metal systems in conceptual design; experience with mechanical projects from $500K to $20M+ preferred. Field and/or shop experience in mechanical construction.
• Education: Trade School, Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Skills: Above-average proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, Bluebeam, and estimating software like AutoBid and/or ESTmep; strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills; ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines. Strong communicator with excellent collaboration skills, able to build trust across crafts, customers, and teams.
• Mindset: Independent, detail-driven, and integrity-focused, with a passion for mentoring and driving business growth.

Physical Requirements

This role requires transitioning between office and construction field settings. You’ll sit for extended periods in the office and perform repetitive tasks like typing and using a mouse. In the field, you’ll stand and walk on uneven terrain, climb stairs, kneel, crouch, crawl to inspect tight spaces, and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds. Good vision and hearing are essential for reading plans and on-site communication. You’ll work outdoors in various weather conditions, adhere to site-specific dress codes, and wear PPE (hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots). Flexibility to travel and work outside regular hours is required. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JH Kelly is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with dignity and respect. We recruit, hire, train, promote, and compensate employees based on qualifications, merit, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants throughout the hiring process. If you require assistance or accommodation, please contact our Human Resources department.