Senior Mechanical EstimatorJob Locations

　　US-PA-PhiladelphiaRequisition ID2024-8568

　　CategoryEstimating

　　Overview

　　The Senior Mechanical Estimator will support and work with preconstruction staff in the review of project plans, requirements and specifications and will perform pricing, and bidding of projects.

　　Responsibilities

　　Review and understand all project plans, requirements and specificationsDevelop large, multi-disciplinary estimates.Determine labor and equipment costsReview and understand all bid documents and assess project risksUnderstand project logistics and project schedulePrepare bid packages and compare and analyze competitive subcontract and supplier bidsReview quotes and estimates with Project Team and prepare recommendationsInterface with clients, ensuring customer satisfactionAccurately develop cost modelsTrack and report on current material and labor prices, including escalationDevelop meaningful VE contributions to reduce priceReconcile quantity surveys with consultants and design teamIdentify escalation factors in marketplace for specific materials and labor ratesResponsible for sound conceptual pricing assumptions with sound documentation for the basis of the estimateAbility to substantiate all aspects of final estimatesQualifications

　　EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION* Bachelor in Engineering* 10+ years relevant experience in Mechanical, HVAC, Plumbing* Or equivalent combination of education and experienceKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES* Able to estimate all types of building projects, including residential high rise, healthcare, interiors and institutional* Knowledge of suitable electrical contractors and suppliers for all types of projects* Familiar with both union and merit shop electrical contractors preferred* Knowledge of Mechanical pricing for project types above; for both union and merit shop projects preferred* Able to take concept and schematic drawings and develop a meaningful estimate with detail* Familiar with the use of On-Screen Take-off software program preferredGilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly. 

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　　Gilbane is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment withoutregard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.