Construction Estimator at University Mechanical Contractors, Inc (UMC)

Starting Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 - depending on experience

Location: Everett, WA

Classification: Exempt

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. - Sponsorship not available

General Position Summary:

Bid and budget all Industrial Piping, Equipment, Structural, Civil works, HVAC/Air Systems and complex mechanical systems. Coordinate activities from receipt of plans to bid or proposal.

Essential Job Functions:

• Know and Understand Union Trade agreements that will be associated with each estimate
• Participate in bid activities including specialty quotes, equipment pricing and subcontractors.
• Generate Subcontractor and Vendor request for bid and call to confirm bid coverage.
• Review specifications and drawings prior to take offs.
• Complete all estimating forms as required to prepare a complete estimate to a Recap
• Update current pricing and labor in the estimating program on a regular basis.

Skills Required to Perform the Essential Duties of the Job:

• Technical knowledge of mechanical systems, construction methods and how the construction industry operates.
• Basic knowledge of construction accounting.
• Experience with reading construction drawing and specifications.
• Detailed understanding of piping and or sheet metal systems estimating.
• Ability to layout plumbing, piping and or sheet metal systems and have a working understanding of the Uniform Plumbing Code.
• Willing to work effectively with other employees as a team member.
• Ability to use and interact with spreadsheets such as excel at a moderate level (input, data manipulation, basic programming).

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Manager appointed PE’s and PC’s for the duration of the estimates

Education/ Experience Requirements Needed to Perform the Essential Duties of the Job:

• College degree or equivalent field experience.
• 5 years of estimating experience in Industrial/Mechanical
• Advanced skills in computer

Licensing or Other Special Certifications Required:

• Maintain a valid Drivers License and satisfactory driving record.

Affirmative Action:

UMC is committed to a culture of inclusion and connectedness. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents who we are as a company and what we believe in. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

EEO Policy:

UMC's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, presence of physical, sensory or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy is not tolerated. UMC is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. Affirmative action plans are developed annually to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.