Senior Mechanical Insulation Estimator

Performance Contracting, Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI) seeks an experienced Mechanical Insulation Estimator for its Seattle operations based in Woodinville, WA.

You will develop comprehensive estimates for bidding mechanical insulation work and coordinate with project teams to ensure competitive, accurate bids. The role requires 3–5 years of estimating construction projects, proficiency with On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid, and strong communication to foster customer relations and vendor pricing negotiations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of professional experience estimating construction projects.
• Experience estimating the mechanical insulation scope of construction subcontracts.
• Ability to read specifications and drawings for PCI’s scopes of work.
• Strong customer relationship and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with digital takeoff/estimating software (On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid).
• Local to the Seattle area preferred; OSHA certifications a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performing quantity takeoffs on construction projects
• Establish labor productivities for estimate
• Maintain positive relationships with area vendors for competitive material and equipment pricing
• Solicit subcontractor pricing for work done outside of our self-perform group
• Understand the market conditions including competitive approach, backlog, level or risk for work and other factors for establishing margin percentages
• Be involved in the internal bid reviews with supervisors and project team
• Participate in the customer alignment objectives of the branch by creating and maintaining positive customer relations
• Contract administration for secured projects
• Prepare wage and benefit schedules
• Assist in the hand-off of secured projects to the Operations Team
• Assist in other duties as assigned such as change order management or billings depending on the project(s)

Skills

Reading specs/drawings

Customer relationships

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Science or Construction Management

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Job description

Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI) seeks an experienced Mechanical Insulation Estimator for its Seattle operations based in Woodinville, WA.

You will develop comprehensive estimates for bidding mechanical insulation work and coordinate with project teams to ensure competitive, accurate bids. The role requires 3–5 years of estimating construction projects, proficiency with On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid, and strong communication to foster customer relations and vendor pricing negotiations.