What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimator position at W.B. Guimarin & Co. Inc.?
Construction Estimator
W.B Guimarin, one of South Carolina’s largest, family-owned full-service Mechanical Contractor’s with over 120 years of continual service, currently has an opportunity for an experienced construction cost estimator.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare accurate and timely estimates for Pipe, Plumbing and Duct from contract drawings and specifications
- Utilize, Pro Core , Build Connect, Excel, and other proprietary software
- Track all addendums and revisions prior to bid time
- Work with engineering and project management to achieve accurate design and efficiency, Maintaining constant communication.
- Will be involved throughout the estimating, bidding (onscreen takeoffs), vendor and subcontractor proposal review and purchasing processes.
- Ability to develop detailed quantity take-offs.
- Develop bid packages / contract scopes of work for subcontractors, evaluate subcontractor bids and issue contracts.
- Performs new equipment takeoffs.
- Prepares equipment submittals.
- Assists Managers and Project Managers with technical support.
- Performs construction plan review or other requirements as determined by project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet all of the customer’s facility requirements.
- Develops, evaluates, and discusses possible solutions with Manager, Project Manager, Sub-contractor, Supplier, and/or customer.
- Coordinates selection, pricing, and integrates equipment, controls, and services for each project.
- Prepares, finalizes, and reviews preliminary and/or final proposal / submittal complete.
- Resolves major deviations from scope with team after Project Scope Validation.
- Helps Manager develop project fulfillment schedule with project team.
- Prepares and reviews contract terms and conditions using standard contract templates when applicable.
- Works with team members to solicit proper expertise in order to meet customer needs.
- Other such duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Company from time to time.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints and construction plans and specifications.
- Strong communication skills – both verbal and written
- Strong work ethic.
- Proficient with all Microsoft Office related products.
- Two year Arch/Eng design related degree or prior pipe, plumbing and HVAC estimating experience.
Benefit Highlights
At WBG, we support our employees by providing a culture with competitive compensation and a benefits package that includes the following:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 401k with Employer Match Contributions
- Profit Sharing
- PTO (Paid time off)
- Paid Holidays
- Long-term Disability
- Short-term Disability
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer – minority/female/veteran/disabled”. We are a Drug-Free Workplace.
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