Plumbing Estimator – San Diego

Description

 

Our client, a top notch mechanical contractor, is currently seeking an experienced Plumbing Estimator for their San Diego, CA location. Backed by the strength and stability that comes with almost a century of customer care and ownership, they adhere to the highest safety standards for its employees and clients. They offer industry-leading building information modeling (BIM) capabilities, design/build services, sustainable solutions, commercial HVAC services, and complex mechanical and industrial system installations.

Plumbing 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 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.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Bid document review, pre-bid meetings, client interface, quantity takeoff, material, equipment and subcontractor pricing, spreadsheet input and proposal preparation. Estimates will be prepared using Quote Express estimating software. Experience with Quote Express 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 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.

Qualifications

Computer Skills

Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, Bluebeam, Internet, Lotus Notes, and QuoteExpress windows-based piping and sheet metal estimating systems.

Required Attributes

Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Maintain a professional manner in actions and appearance when representing the organization.

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.

Prefer a minimum of 3-5 years mechanical construction experience and proficiency in the preparation of large and complex bid proposals of all types.

Language Skills

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of employees, vendors, and suppliers.