HVAC Estimator

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc.•El Cajon, CA

1d•$80,000 - $105,000•Onsite

About The Position

University Mechanical and Engineering Contractors, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced HVAC Estimator for our Southern California offices. HVAC estimator is responsible for all phases of the estimating and bidding process including preconstruction services and performing estimate takeoffs. Thorough knowledge of the mechanical construction bidding processes is required. Specific expertise with Plumbing systems serving healthcare (HCAI), hotels, student housing, laboratories, power plants, Cogeneration facilities, manufacturing facilities, clean rooms, cGMP facilities and process systems for Pharmaceutical and microelectronics facilities is desired. Ability to produce a complete detailed estimate from incomplete design documents is preferred. Compensation Range: $80,000 to $105,000.

Requirements

Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, Bluebeam, MS Outlook, and Autobid piping estimating systems.
Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Maintain a professional manner in actions and appearance when representing UMEC.
Must prioritize in a fast paced multi-task environment with organization skills.
Must have demonstrated ability to perform basic business mathematical functions.
Must work with minimal supervision.
Must effectively manage time and details.
Must interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Must have organizational skills in handling & archiving technical data.
Must comply with all operating policies, procedures, plans, and programs.
Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees, vendors, and suppliers.

Nice To Haves

Prefer a minimum of 3-5 years mechanical construction experience and proficiency in the preparation of large and complex bid proposals of all types.
Experience Autobid or other on-screen estimating software is desired.
Specific expertise with Plumbing systems serving healthcare (HCAI), hotels, student housing, laboratories, power plants, Cogeneration facilities, manufacturing facilities, clean rooms, cGMP facilities and process systems for Pharmaceutical and microelectronics facilities is desired.
Ability to produce a complete detailed estimate from incomplete design documents is preferred.

Responsibilities

Bid document review
Pre-bid meetings
Client interface
Plumbing system sizing and layout from incomplete bid documents
Quantity takeoff
Material, equipment and subcontractor pricing
Spreadsheet input and proposal preparation
Estimates will be prepared using Autobid estimating software
Experience Autobid or other on-screen estimating software is desired.
Duties also include on site and/or In-house estimating where candidate will work with professionals in design firms on design-assist and design-build projects to direct the design to meet the budget.
Estimator will also interface with UMEC’s construction project teams and CAD detailing staff.
Must have knowledge regarding safety, worker’s compensation, insurance and bonding, materials as it pertains to bidding requirements.
Other duties may be assigned.