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Hermanson Company · 1 day ago

Senior Estimator

Kent, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$110K/yr - $160K/yr

10+ years exp

Hermanson Company is a standout Mechanical company that has been doing business in the Puget Sound area since 1979. The Sr Estimator is responsible for working at a senior level to assemble estimates for Mechanical and/or Plumbing Projects, aiding in project procurement and ensuring accurate bid preparation.

ConsultingReal Estate

Comp. & Benefits

Hiring Manager

Tracy Dieni

Responsibilities

Perform specification reviews and create outlines detailing project requirements

Communicate in writing, all pre-bid questions and RFI’s to Account Executives and/or engineer of record to ensure proper preparation of bids

Perform manual and/or digitized drawing takeoffs of plumbing/piping systems and/or sheet metal systems, using Excel spreadsheets, Bluebeam Revu and/or Autodesk FabEST MEP estimating software

Input FabEST MEP material and labor takeoff data into final estimate spreadsheet

Input counts of fixtures, equipment and other specialties into final bid spreadsheet

Determine and assign unit labor hours to fixtures, equipment and specialties

Determine quantity and types of rental equipment necessary for installation of mechanical and plumbing systems

Determine all other direct job costs necessary for project estimates

Compose project scope letter stating job specific inclusions, exclusions and clarifications

Provide post bid project breakdowns for turnover to project management and construction team

Participate in post bid turnover meetings to relay project approach and estimate information to the construction team

Participate as required in presentations to clients

Assist in assembling budgets for projects prior to development of 100% construction documents

Assist in Autodesk FabEST MEP Database maintenance and pricing updates

Assist in maintaining field and shop production evaluations

Assist in post mortem project evaluations

Assist in training and teaching junior level associate estimators

Qualification

Mechanical estimating experiencePlumbing estimating experienceAutodesk FabEST MEPBluebeam RevuExcel proficiencyOrganizational skillsAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsTeamworkTime management

Required

Ten (10) or more years of Mechanical and/or Plumbing estimating experience with a complete understanding of plumbing and HVAC system components and installation methods

Must have a working knowledge of estimating as a discipline, estimating strategies and techniques, and construction as applicable to the HVAC/Plumbing contracting business

Must have the ability to learn and perform tasks within Autodesk FabEST MEP, Bluebeam Revu and Excel software

Must have strong organizational skills, excellent planning, communication and team skills

Must be able to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously with the ability to prioritize

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret project drawings and specifications

Ability to effectively present information to the estimating manager and co-workers both verbally and in writing

Ability to comprehend and apply principles of advanced calculus, modern algebra, and advanced statistical theory

Ability to use MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, Bluebeam Revu, Autodesk and various database software programs

This position will be required to work well in a team orientated atmosphere, communicating fluently with the Estimating Staff, Account Executives and Project Management and shall exhibit the drive, motivation, tenacity, ambition, and desire to win in support of Hermanson Company goals

Bachelor's degree (B. S.) in engineering or construction management from a four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of technical training and/or related field experience