Lead Estimator Job Summary
We are excited to announce a need for an experienced Industrial Piping Estimator to oversee the estimating team of large-scale projects. You must be a multi-tasker who has excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills, and can effectively manage a team to finish their work efficiently and within deadlines. At the start of each project, you will collaborate with other department heads to discuss the scope and budget. Then you will monitor each phase, ensuring the staff works efficiently and that the final product meets our client's expectations.
Requirements:
- Familiarity with estimating process and systems
- Extreme attention to detail
- Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis
- Relentless commitment to teamwork and client satisfaction
- Basic computer competency, including Microsoft Office and Bluebeam
- Passion for ongoing learning and keeping up with industry trends
- Interest in LEAN construction principles
- Ability to travel to other regions to gain exposure to additional markets and industries
- 5 years of estimating and take-off experience with a focus on mechanical systems
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management
- Ability to read mechanical and plumbing drawings
Responsibilities:
- You will be responsible for reviewing mechanical drawings and performing quantity take-offs for active pursuits and awarded projects
- You will be involved from the pursuit stage through project execution, preparing accurate estimates for the operations team in the field
- This is an office position and an ideal role for a detail-oriented person
- Estimators at Harder perform the following daily tasks:
- Determine scope of work for estimates and bid preparation
- Use estimating software to complete quantity take-offs
- Review RFPs, specs, and basis of design to accurately scope a project
- Coordinate estimates with project team to meet submission deadlines
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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.