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Polk Mechanical is searching for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Mechanical Estimator to join our rapidly expanding team. If you're a top performer with a drive to achieve great things, and you're looking for more than just a job – a place where you're valued and supported – then this opportunity is for you. Our commitment to exceptional customer service and innovative solutions has fueled significant growth, creating exciting opportunities for ambitious individuals.
As a Senior Mechanical Estimator, you'll be a vital part of our pre-construction department, reporting to the Chief Estimator. You'll also work closely with our Operations Team and estimating support staff. This role is crucial for our continued responsible growth and demands a proactive, detail-oriented professional.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the entire bid recap process, including writing proposals and completing bid forms.
Attend bid review meetings after proposal submissions.
Monitor and incorporate all addenda, scope changes, and breakouts into estimates promptly.
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders regarding project specifications, scope, value engineering opportunities, and timelines.
Verify system specifications summaries.
Lead project page-turns with the take-off team to ensure accurate and complete take-offs.
Conduct quantity take-offs for equipment and fixtures, thoroughly reviewing project plans and specifications.
Identify any missing pricing for labor, scope, and materials.
Review vendor and subcontractor scope letters for accuracy, while maintaining strong relationships and clear communication with all external partners.
Coordinate the pre-construction interface between sales and estimating to optimize resource utilization and achieve sales and marketing goals.
Utilize market intelligence to inform estimating strategies and meet current and projected workload needs.
Develop, monitor, and manage departmental processes to maximize productivity and minimize risk.
Operate with limited guidance under broad general supervision.
Perform additional duties as needed to support departmental objectives.
What You'll Bring
3+ years of experience in mechanical contracting, specifically as an Estimator or in a similar capacity.
In-depth knowledge of Piping, Plumbing, and Sheetmetal systems.
Experience with system costs across various applications and building types.
The ability to provide complete conceptual estimates for design-build projects and budgets based on basic mechanical narratives.
Experience presenting construction projects during interviews.
Extensive knowledge of how corporate objectives impact estimating, along with various estimating strategies and techniques for different construction contracts.
The ability to interpret contractual documents, plans, and specifications.
Some coursework or work experience in basic mechanical systems and engineering concepts.
Proficiency with computerized estimating systems (experience with ESTMEP for PVF take-offs and B is a plus).
Benefits:
Vacation
Paid Holidays
Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
Vehicle Allowance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K
Life Insurance
Insurance
Polk Mechanical is searching for a highly skilled and motivated Senior Mechanical Estimator to join our rapidly expanding team. If you're a top performer with a drive to achieve great things, and you're looking for more than just a job – a place where you're valued and supported – then this opportunity is for you. Our commitment to exceptional customer service and innovative solutions has fueled significant growth, creating exciting opportunities for ambitious individuals.
As a Senior Mechanical Estimator, you'll be a vital part of our pre-construction department, reporting to the Chief Estimator. You'll also work closely with our Operations Team and estimating support staff. This role is crucial for our continued responsible growth and demands a proactive, detail-oriented professional.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the entire bid recap process, including writing proposals and completing bid forms.
Attend bid review meetings after proposal submissions.
Monitor and incorporate all addenda, scope changes, and breakouts into estimates promptly.
Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders regarding project specifications, scope, value engineering opportunities, and timelines.
Verify system specifications summaries.
Lead project page-turns with the take-off team to ensure accurate and complete take-offs.
Conduct quantity take-offs for equipment and fixtures, thoroughly reviewing project plans and specifications.
Identify any missing pricing for labor, scope, and materials.
Review vendor and subcontractor scope letters for accuracy, while maintaining strong relationships and clear communication with all external partners.
Coordinate the pre-construction interface between sales and estimating to optimize resource utilization and achieve sales and marketing goals.
Utilize market intelligence to inform estimating strategies and meet current and projected workload needs.
Develop, monitor, and manage departmental processes to maximize productivity and minimize risk.
Operate with limited guidance under broad general supervision.
Perform additional duties as needed to support departmental objectives.
What You'll Bring
3+ years of experience in mechanical contracting, specifically as an Estimator or in a similar capacity.
In-depth knowledge of Piping, Plumbing, and Sheetmetal systems.
Experience with system costs across various applications and building types.
The ability to provide complete conceptual estimates for design-build projects and budgets based on basic mechanical narratives.
Experience presenting construction projects during interviews.
Extensive knowledge of how corporate objectives impact estimating, along with various estimating strategies and techniques for different construction contracts.
The ability to interpret contractual documents, plans, and specifications.
Some coursework or work experience in basic mechanical systems and engineering concepts.
Proficiency with computerized estimating systems (experience with ESTMEP for PVF take-offs and B is a plus).
Benefits:
Vacation
Paid Holidays
Career Advancement & Training Opportunities
Vehicle Allowance
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401K
Life Insurance
Insurance