Senior HVAC & Plumbing Estimator — Lead Bids & Budgets

McKamish; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McKamish in Pittsburgh, PA seeks an Estimator to lead cost estimates for HVAC and plumbing projects, reviewing plans, performing takeoffs, and preparing proposals under the Estimating Manager.

The candidate should have 5+ years estimating or welding/fitting/installation experience, with Trimble Autobid proficiency and strong Word/Excel skills to organize files and coordinate with subs.

Qualifications

• Track record of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Estimating software experience, Trimble Autobid Enterprise preferred.
• Proficiency with Word and Excel.
• Able to read and understand civil, architectural, structural and mechanical plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform HVAC and plumbing estimating take-off and recaps.
• Create/maintain organized estimate files.
• Take responsibility for all preconstruction correspondence with bid invitations, requests for information, addenda, and scope of work clarification.
• Establish complete understanding of project scope of work related to the request for proposal.
• Create comprehensive estimates with detailed line items appropriate for the scope of work of each project.
• Solicit accurate pricing from qualified subcontractors/vendors/suppliers to ensure competitive coverage of each line item in the estimate.
• Organize project site visits if necessary to define scope and familiarity with the project.
• Submit proposals in a professional and timely manner.
• Generate and maintain good customer relations

Skills

Estimating software

Trimble Autobid

Word

Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Associate degree or relevant work experience

5+ years estimating experience

5+ years welding/fitting/installation experience

Tools

Trimble Autobid Enterprise

Job description

McKamish in Pittsburgh, PA seeks an Estimator to lead cost estimates for HVAC and plumbing projects, reviewing plans, performing takeoffs, and preparing proposals under the Estimating Manager.

The candidate should have 5+ years estimating or welding/fitting/installation experience, with Trimble Autobid proficiency and strong Word/Excel skills to organize files and coordinate with subs.