Mechanical Estimator - B & I Contractors, Inc

Description

• Industry Leader: As Florida’s fastest-growing mechanical contractor, we specialize in commercial and industrial projects (i.e., schools, hospitals, government buildings).
• Continuous Development: Benefit from our NCCER-certified in-house and online training that equips you with the skills needed to advance in your career.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy employer-paid health insurance, accrued vacation, and sick time, along with a wellness reimbursement program to support your overall well-being.
• Ownership and Impact: As an employee-owner through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), you have a direct stake in the company’s success.
• Retirement Benefits: Participate in our 401(k) plan with company match and explore post-tax Roth IRA options to secure your financial future. 
• Established Legacy: Join a team of over 1000 employees contributing to our success since 1960, with a proven track record of excellence in mechanical contracting.  

• Work with HVAC and Plumbing estimation groups
• Interpret specifications, blueprints, and addendums.
• Prepare and communicate requests for information to clarify the project scope during the estimating process.
• Evaluate the most efficient methods of installation and material usage to minimize projected costs/bids.
• Use estimating software programs to perform takeoffs
• Prepare competitive bids as required (bid forms, budgets, etc…) to meet the project’s needs.
• Make notes or clarifications on contract/ field drawing to assist Operations Teams with installations.
• Review estimate with Operations Team to coordinate mobilization of project, material procurement, and manpower requirements.
• Prepare purchase orders and subcontract scopes after scoping out/negotiating with the different vendors for the best pricing.
• Conduct and/or attend turnover meetings for contracted projects and provide budgetary information and defined scope to the Operations Team.
• Coordinate with Drafting Department when CAD/Shop Drawings are needed, to help avoid conflicts with other in-house trades.
• Attend monthly department meetings if requested; including Pre-bid meetings, Estimating weekly meetings. 
• Along with Director of Preconstruction explore new areas to expand Department revenue.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with potential clients and designers.
• Attend professional organization meetings and activities to promote business for B&I.
• Other miscellaneous duties as requested by Director of Preconstruction.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of previous construction and/or engineering office related experience. 
• Previous experience with HVAC/Plumbing/Design courses is beneficial  
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Excellent initiative and interpersonal communications.
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational and negotiation skills are necessary. Ability to travel in the state of Florida from 20% to 80% is required.
• Experience with Revit is preferred but not required.
• Experience with Autodesk Assemble and/or PowerBI is preferred but not required. 

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