Lead Estimator

S.M. Lawrence has been doing it right for over 100 years. Our foundation of uncompromising integrity, unequaled service and effective project management has led us to where we are today. We are always searching for new and talented people who share our values and are dedicated to the continued success of this company.

As the Lead Estimator you must be highly organized and meticulous individual, capable of accurately estimating HVAC, Plumbing, and Mechanical projects within bid deadline constraints while leading, coaching, and assisting others. Procuring all pricing necessary for bid preparation, including coordination of scopes between trades, and preparation of detailed pricing proposals will fall under this individual's responsibilities. High level of integrity is a requirement for this position.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for working with the estimating team to meet deadlines.
• Analize and track; hit ratios, productivity rates and pricing metrics
• Assist management in the formation of bid strategies and techniques, including subsequent implementation to determine projects to bid.
• Attend Pre-Bid meetings, taking detailed and thorough notes relating to meeting discussion, existing conditions, and other bid requirements.
• Review specifications, drawings, and all contract documents in their entirety to determine the scope of work and subsequent required estimate content.
• Complete detailed take-offs for projects, accounting for all materials, equipment, labor, and subcontractors. Maintain detailed bid files for each project with all addenda, clarifications, project specific pricing, and other associated bidding documents.
• Prepare budget pricing for customers' projects, as required.
• Maintain system of in-house material pricing and labor value estimates used in bidding process, ensuring material pricing on file reflects the latest vendor supplied information, and labor value estimates are periodically updated to incorporate trends seen in previously completed work.
• Review design options and recommend value engineering alternatives based on cost and quality.
• Prepare formal proposals and participate in presentations to owners when necessary.
• Maintain organized records of all bids and bid results.
• Perform other related duties or special projects, as assigned.

Education, Training, Licenses and/or Certifications

• The Lead Estimator must possess a thorough knowledge of the HVAC & Plumbing construction estimating process.
• A Bachelor's Degree in a construction or engineering related field is preferred.
• An Associate Degree in such fields would also be acceptable, provided the applicant has a high level of documented field and\or estimating experience in the HVAC & Plumbing industry.
• The Lead estimator must be capable of efficient interpretation of project drawings, blueprints, and specifications, and must be familiar with basic Mechanical principles, and currently used products. Mastery of basic office software packages, such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Project, is required. Experience with estimating software package is preferred.
• Business development experience with both large and small construction customers including general contractors, construction managers, architectural & engineering firms, and major developers preferred.
• Experience with software packages including Office 365 or greater, MS Office Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat; Bluebeam, Building Connected, FastEst, AutoCAD, Revit
• Strong construction management knowledge.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with experience evaluating mechanical estimates performed by others.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Possesses a sense of duty to the company for what is in the best interest of the company and its employees.
• Prompt and responsive with measured urgency

Additional Requirements

• Ability to maintain focus and remain organized in a changing environment.
• Complies and promotes company Safety Policy.
• Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to listen, speak and write effectively
• Must have excellent teamwork and organizational skills
• Maintain a flexible attitude and approach towards assignments and successfully operate under ambiguous guidelines.
• PC proficiency required Office 365 or greater
• Ability to successfully complete a full background screening and drug screening.
• Ability to pass MVR check (if applicable) or must have reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel, as needed, for projects.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Comfort Systems USA, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

We strive to foster a work environment that includes and embraces racial, ethnic and gender diversity and other individual differences. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion helps us attract and retain the best talent, enables employees to realize their full potential, and drives high performance through innovation and collaboration.