Mechanical Estimator in Wichita Falls

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanical Estimator with a well-established company in the mechanical contracting industry. This is your chance to join a team that values exceptional service, strong client relationships, and a positive working environment.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurately evaluating the cost of mechanical systems for upcoming projects, as well as assessing the schedule, materials, and labor required to successfully complete each job. This individual will also become familiar with the company’s competitive advantages and effectively communicate those strengths throughout the bidding and proposal process.

Requirements:

• Ability to manage mechanical bid process including general conditions, HVAC, process piping and ducting, millwrighting, and structural steel
• Perform cost comparison and analysis
• Recruit and maintain relationships with quality reliable trade contractors, vendors, and suppliers
• Estimate cost of all mechanical plans including accurate quantity take-offs
• Develop schedules and task durations
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new construction methods and markets
• Establish and monitor budgets for all construction phases
• Help identify cost-saving techniques, materials, and procedures
• Monitor plan changes
• Estimate prices of all changes
• Manage subcontractor solicitations as needed
• Experience drafting subcontractor scopes of work
• Ability to read and understand Contract Drawings and Specifications
• Maintain knowledge of competitive advantages in the industry to aid bidding process
• Assist with creating submittals and coordinate with project managers during pre-construction phase

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of construction experience preferred.
• Travel to job sites as needed.
• Ability to work evenings or weekends if needed.
• Familiarity with blueprints and ability to read plans.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Supportive team environment with room to develop your skills and take on more responsibility.
• Career advancement opportunities within a respected, growing company.

To be considered for this Mechanical Estimator position, please send your resume directly to Chad Backus @ chad.backus@gogpac.com

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.