Sheetmetal Estimator

Isuitellc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Discretionary Annual Bonus

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Discretionary Contributions

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

iSuite L.L.C. in Charlotte, NC seeks a Sheetmetal Estimator to join their Preconstruction and Estimating team. This role involves analyzing and estimating project costs, focusing on mechanical and HVAC systems.

Candidates must have over 5 years of experience and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive pay, health insurance, a 401(k), and other benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction estimating or related field.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical and HVAC systems.
• Proficiency with computerized takeoff programs and spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project costs related to labor, materials, and equipment.
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Operate takeoff programs and perform manual entry for estimates.

Skills

Construction estimating

Mechanical systems knowledge

HVAC systems knowledge

Computerized takeoff programs

Excel proficiency

Strong communication skills

Time management

Tools

AutoDesk ESTmep

QuoteSoft

Job description

Role Overview

iSuite L.L.C. is seeking a Sheetmetal Estimator to join our Preconstruction and Estimating team located in Charlotte, NC. The role requires 5+ years of mechanical estimating experience and focuses on accurately estimating costs for projects in the A/E/C industry.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze each project before it starts and accurately estimate costs related to labor, materials, equipment, and other relevant areas based on drawings and specifications.
• Review and comprehend technical and administrative documents such as Change Orders, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Quotes (RFQs).
• Determine material takeoffs to define quantities of materials needed to complete a system.
• Determine work crews and production rates for required tasks.
• Break down the scope of work into definable tasks.
• Assist in developing bids, scope documents, and proposals.
• Develop pricing changes to existing projects.
• Update current pricing and labor in the estimating software on a regular basis.
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring trust and respect for optimal bid pricing.
• Operate computerized takeoff programs, including Autodesk ESTmep or QuoteSoft, and perform manual entry, digitizer, and on-screen takeoff methods.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of proven experience in construction estimating or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of computerized takeoff programs such as AutoDesk ESTmep or QuoteSoft, and capability for manual entry and on-screen takeoff methods.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and HVAC systems, building products, construction details/design, and industry regulations and standards.
• Ability to develop thorough and accurate estimates and scope of work/proposal documents.
• Skill to “fill in the gaps” in bidding documents to ensure complete estimates.
• Independent and collaborative work style.
• Proficiency with word processors for document creation and moderate proficiency with spreadsheets such as Excel for data manipulation and basic programming.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of construction accounting and experience reading construction drawings and specifications.
• Self‑motivated with excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines while multitasking.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $75,000 - $100,000
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Discretionary Annual Bonus
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Discretionary Company Contributions
• Paid Time Off (Vacation; Sick Time)
• Paid Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity / Diversity

EOE/M/F/V/D

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non‑job‑related disability, or any other protected group status.