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Job Description
Estimator - Electrical, HVAC, or Plumbing Background
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
Position Overview:
Are you ready to join a dynamic team that pushes the boundaries of construction innovation? We are seeking a talented Estimator with a background in electrical, mechanical, or plumbing disciplines to join our client's team in St. Petersburg, FL. This role requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and a degree, ensuring strong technical expertise and a commitment to job stability. If you're passionate about estimating and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Manage estimating processes and timelines to meet company objectives, both short and long-term
- Communicate effectively with operations teams and customers to define project scopes and analyze bid documents
- Develop conceptual engineering capabilities, including system selection, layout, and sizing
- Solicit bids from subcontractors and vendors, and distribute support documents
- Estimate interim designs to track and confirm pricing, conducting necessary research for accuracy
- Negotiate pricing, address deficiencies, and build strong relationships with customers
- Provide leadership, direction, and training to assigned estimating team members
- Prepare and present completed estimating packages to company executives, senior management, and operations teams
- Follow up on bid projects and accurately forecast future awards and probabilities
- Collaborate with operations to transfer awarded projects and perform buyouts when necessary
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical, mechanical, or plumbing estimating
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software, preferably Accubid, Bluebeam, and/or AutoBid
- Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced work environment
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Organized, detail-oriented, and efficient in managing multiple tasks
- Commitment to delivering exceptional customer service
- Uphold core values of integrity, accountability, teamwork, innovation, and growth
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Comprehensive health care benefits
- 401K retirement plan
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement