Senior Estimator - Commercial Mechanical

Company:  JHKelly, LLC
Location: Vancouver
Closing Date: 22/10/2024
Salary: £100 - £125 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

JH Kelly is Hiring an Experienced Senior Estimator to join our Commercial Mechanical dynamic team in Vancouver, WA.

About Us: Celebrating a century of excellence, JH Kelly, LLC is a fourth-generation family-owned construction company and a recognized industry leader. With offices in Vancouver, Longview, Seattle, Bellingham, Washington, and Milwaukie, Oregon, we specialize in commercial and heavy industrial projects. Our exceptional team, honored with national safety and quality control awards, thrives in a dynamic and family-oriented work environment. Explore our legacy, projects, and opportunities at .

Summary: As a Senior Estimator, you will lead the preparation of estimates for substantial Commercial Mechanical Projects, while also assuming a pivotal role in developing and mentoring junior team members. Your primary focus will be directing estimations and turnover procedures, encompassing bid breakdown, setup, tracking, and seamless communication throughout the estimation process. These responsibilities will span projects ranging in magnitude from $500 to over $20 million. This position reports to the Estimating & Preconstruction Manager.

Key Metrics:

  • Timely completion and accuracy of estimates
  • Cultivation of satisfied customers, fostering recurring business relationships
  • Consistent meeting or surpassing of the expectations set by key stakeholders

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the team on organized bid breakdown of the project and method of takeoff strategies for proper set-up of estimate
  • Review project scope and specifications
  • Coordinate with the Supply Chain team for procurement on the pricing of materials and equipment
  • Provide specifications and takeoff quantities
  • Perform takeoff of all items shown and specified using applicable software like Quote Soft and Trimble
  • Receive all addenda, update estimate accordingly, and communicate all changes to the bid team
  • Prepare RFI log and participate in the writing of all RFI’s
  • Prepare technical clarifications and exclusions for the estimate
  • Participate in project turnover meetings
  • Collaborate closely with the Project Manager for a cost breakdown of the estimate to generate unit/hour, material, and subcontractor analysis for project turnover
  • Review the “for construction” drawings for revisions
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned

Relationships:

  • Collaborate with supervisor and Estimating team to provide information from estimate and job cost records
  • Maintain proactive and positive relationships within the crafts, including shop and field craft personnel
  • Foster positive relationships with customer representatives, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, safety, CAD/BIM, accounting, IT, and all project teams

Experience / Qualifications:

  • BS or BA degree with emphasis on Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or other applicable degree or experience that is equivalent
  • 15+ years of experience with emphasis in plumbing/piping in conceptual design and estimating mechanical projects from $500 to $20+ million is preferred
  • Above average computer skills using estimating software such as Trimble Autobid software, Excel, and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Field and/or shop experience is a plus
  • Ability to operate independently and autonomously, and yet possess the discretionary judgment to know when it is appropriate to consult with others in the organization
  • Demonstrate a corresponding high sense of integrity
  • Demonstrated experience/ability to develop new business opportunities
  • Strong interpersonal and project management abilities, employing strong organizational skills to successfully manage multiple bids at once

Necessary Skills:

  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Self-starter, motivated, and takes initiative
  • Organized and productive with the ability to prioritize workload
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and projects at hand
  • Energetic and eager to tackle new projects and ideas
  • Must have a valid driver's license

Physical Requirements:

  • The employee is constantly required to use a computer, keyboard, mouse, and eye/hand coordination
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision
  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear
  • The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and use hand coordination
  • The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, especially when conducting job site walks
  • Ability to drive an automobile and a valid driver’s license

Why Join JH Kelly?

  • Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and make a significant impact
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Collaborative and inclusive company culture
  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities
  • Career growth potential within a rapidly expanding organization
  • A commitment to innovation and excellence

Benefits Package:

  • Compensation: $55-$69 per hour (DOE), FLSA non-exempt (OT eligible)
  • Annual Performance Bonuses
  • Profit Sharing
  • Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho coverage (JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums)
  • Paid Vacation (PTO model) and Holidays
  • 401K with a 50% company match of the first 6% employee contribution
  • Life Insurance, AD & D, STD & LTD – paid 100% by JH Kelly

Join us on this exciting journey! Apply now and become a part of the JH Kelly legacy.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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