- Independently complete accurate and thorough material takeoffs (including detailed attention to specifications, competitive pricing, freight costs, etc.), meeting deadlines and expectations of both company and customer in terms of both production and quality.
- Find, qualify, and coordinate upcoming bids within the region, and proactively communicate with the sales team to design and implement successful bid strategies.
- Thoroughly follow-up on all bids; assist with job tracking, updating bid board with low bidders, and/or coordinating all aspects of the bidding process with other staff.
- Responsible for completing detailed and itemized material quantity estimates from owner or contractor furnished plan sets.
- Work well with all external parties on all aspects of project bidding, including but not limited to project clarifications, value-added options and alternative material solutions, product specifications, and project design changes.
- Communicate effectively with Sales and/or design engineers regarding project questions and conflicts, knowing who to appropriately discuss questions or concerns with.
- Establish a professional and ethical rapport with key customers, vendors, and internal contacts to understand the overall market picture and stay aware of changing work and market conditions.
- Help develop and maintain specification tools and resources for job efficiency and accuracy.
- Be a company resource for product knowledge, operational expertise, training and mentoring, process improvements, and initiative/goal achievement.
- Participate in personal professional development, including staying abreast of new or improved products and construction methods, successfully incorporating new knowledge into bids and team development.
- Be procedural and reporting compliant.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- 5years' experience as a waterworks estimator with at least 2 yearsof that being focused on estimating WWTP / WTP Plant work for HD Fowler, a direct competitor, contractor and/or in a related field (specific industry experience required), with a proven track record of producing high output of high complexity and accurate estimates.
- At least 1-2 years performing for HD Fowler as Inside Sales or Project Manager, or for external applicants, equivalent industry relevant project management experience.
- Strong math and computer skills, as well as an eye for detail.
- Has an exceptional and experienced understanding of both civil and mechanical piping blueprints including plan & profile views, elevations, details, etc.
- Able to use discretion regarding pricing tools and all general decision making.
- Can operate within and prioritize under tight deadlines.
- Able to interact positively with all types of coworkers and customers with effective and professional written and oral communication.
- Able to operate in a high-paced, demanding environment under a variety of conditions.
- Available to work overtime when necessary and/or required.
- Able to self-guide work prioritization and completion; work with minimal direct supervision.
- Proficient experience with Planswift or equivalent online estimating software.
- BS/BA in related discipline preferred but is not required.
- Pay Range: Starting at $35.00 up to $48.00 per hour DOE
- Working Hours Primarily Monday - Friday between 7AM-5PM
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
- Flex Spending Programs for health and dependent care
- $100k Group Life and AD&D Insurance - Premiums paid by the Company
- Generous Paid Time Off Accrual starting at 120 Hours per year (plus 10 hours at 90 days)
- Generous Discretionary Bonuses and Retirement Profit Sharing
- Traditional 401(k) & Roth with up to 5% company match
- Gym membership reimbursement up to $50 per month
- Safety boots & work pants reimbursement up to $420 per year (based on position)
- Access to wide variety of training and skills programs
- Safe and engaging work environment
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Mechanical Estimator - Bellevue, United States - HD Fowler
Description
Text "MechEst" to and apply todayHD Fowler Company is looking to add an experienced full-time Mechanical Estimator to our Estimating Division. City/State branch location TBD. Based location flexible with a strong preference for the following Washington branch locations: Vancouver, Olympia, Pacific, Bellevue or Marysville.
You will primarily focus on providing exceptional material take-offs and Quotes for Water and Water Treatment Plants, Pump Stations, Hatcheries, and other similar projects with "Mechanical" piping systems, as well as some complex mixed scope Waterworks projects. You must produce superior quotations for large and complex projects, procure and review competitive and accurate supplier quotes which offer the greatest chance of successful sales, and develop efficient project expedition and completion.
What you will do:
To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
HD Fowler is a family-owned company that has been in business for over 100 years and is the single best distributor of water and wastewater solutions in the Northwest region. We have a company culture that values and encourages your initiative, excellent customer service and willingness to learn. At HD Fowler, we love to grow and promote our most valuable resource, our people, from within.
H.D. Fowler Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer committed to providing a diverse and inclusive environment free of discrimination and harassment. We respect and embrace the unique backgrounds, talents, and perspectives of all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected characteristics.
We promote a drug & alcohol-free workplace; all job offers are contingent on results of drug screening.
Recruiters should NOT contact us with or about unsolicited services or offers.
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