Mechanical Piping/Process Senior Estimator

Qualifications

Possess skill set to perform estimating process support for plan / spec; design assist and design build delivery methods

Ability to read architectural, structural, electrical, plumbing and mechanical plans and be familiar with a variety of HVAC and piping systems, welding methods, and terminology

Above average skills in Microsoft Office products and computer trends / technology

Familiarity with Bluebeam software package

Ability to handle multiple projects at the same time

Have strong organizational and analytical skills

Ability to effectively interact with vendors, customers, field personnel, sales and office staff

Have current relationships with vendors and customers

Possess strong verbal, written, analytical, persuasion and interpersonal skills

Highly self-motivated with a strong sense of urgency in completing assignments

Display pride of workmanship and accept responsibility for his / her professionalism and accuracy

Ability to consistently set goals and meet deadlines

Ability to work independently or in a team atmosphere

Ability to adapt to flexible responsibilities

Possess qualities of an innovative thinker

Project a positive image of the company and herself / himself to customers

Specific knowledge and experience with Estimating Software systems is required

Five years of related mechanical / industrial piping estimating experience

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time

Attend construction site walks, climb ladders, walk on roofs

Responsibilities

Mechanical / Industrial Piping / Plumbing Estimator will prepare estimates for the Mechanical / Industrial Piping & plumbing components of assigned projects using software to simulate the construction process and evaluate the costs of design choices

The Estimator may often consult databases and their own records to compare costs of similar projects

An Estimators’ work product may include cost identification of elements such as raw materials and labor as well as a timeline for project completion

Review proposal specifications, drawings and attend / lead pre-bid meetings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate including conceptual estimating to ensure quality control compliance of the estimated costs

Develop and provide complete, accurate and timely detailed estimates representing a projects’ mechanical system, costs, associated general conditions, required overhead and profit

Perform quantity take-off of mechanical piping and industrial piping systems for plan / spec and design build projects

Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for quotes and specification compliance

Maintain all files of working bid documents, notes and assumptions of project estimates

Perform layout and sizing of piping systems as required to provide a complete system for estimating purposes when the documents are not complete

Define productivity requirements for the uniqueness of each project

Develop conceptual budget estimates from system narratives and / or system sketches

Perform other related duties as assigned

Benefits

ESOP

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.