Senior Estimator
for section headings like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We must not repeat job title as heading. We must not include Job ID etc. We must include sections only when posting has real specific content. We must preserve all substantive info, not invent or summarize away detail. Remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, application instructions. So we need to strip the EEO statement at end, also the "Interested in learning more? ..." application instructions. Also remove "MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer..." etc. We need to decide sections: About the role (company overview, culture values). Responsibilities (Top Deliverables in Your First Year to Be a Hero). Requirements (Your Background: What Kind of Person Will Thrive in This Role? includes experience, education, etc). Qualifications maybe similar to Requirements; but we can combine? The instruction: Use headings for those categories if content exists. We have content for About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications (maybe overlapping), Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. We have Pay (Compensation: $132,000 to $172,000 Annually). Benefits (list). Schedule not mentioned; we should not create Schedule section. No mention of schedule. So we omit Schedule. Skills: we have deep expertise in trade means & methods, proficiency with estimating software, etc. Could be under Skills. But we also have Requirements includes experience, education. Qualifications maybe similar. To avoid duplication, we can put Requirements for experience/education, Skills for technical abilities, Qualifications maybe for personal traits? But we have "Your Colleagues Will Describe You As:" and "You Are Motivated By:" which could be Qualifications or personal attributes. Could treat as Qualifications. We must not create sections with filler text. Ensure each heading has substantive content. Let's extract content: About the role: company description, core culture values, mission, etc. We'll paraphrase but must preserve all substantive info; we cannot invent or summarize away detail. However we can keep the same sentences but maybe condense? The instruction: "Preserve ALL substantive information; do NOT invent or summarize away detail." That suggests we should not omit details. But we can keep them as is, maybe as paragraphs. However we need to avoid duplication. The posting includes a lot of fluff about core culture values; we need to keep it all. That's okay. Responsibilities: Top Deliverables in Your First Year to Be a Hero bullet points (multiple). We'll put each as
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Requirements: "Your Background: What Kind of Person Will Thrive in This Role? You Should Have:" list: 8+ years experience, proven success estimating complex multi-disciplinary projects, deep knowledge of construction trade means and methods, strong proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, cost databases, experience reviewing contracts, scopes, technical documents, ability to lead pursuits and support bid strategy discussions, Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (preferred but not required with equivalent experience). We'll put as
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Qualifications: "Your Colleagues Will Describe You As:" list: professional who takes full ownership, exceptionally reliable, detail-oriented, accountable, calm, confident, credible under deadline pressure, mentor and team player who raises the bar, passionate about quality, accuracy, continuous improvement. Also "You Are Motivated By:" list: owning work, trusted to make high-impact decisions, thriving in fast-paced results-driven environment without micromanagement, playing key role in winning work and setting projects up for success, working in transparent collaborative supportive culture that values people, growth, innovation. We'll combine maybe as two sublists or just one list. We'll keep as
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Skills: Could be derived from responsibilities and requirements but we already have deep expertise in trade means & methods, proficiency with estimating software, etc. Might be redundant. Perhaps we can omit Skills section if content already covered elsewhere. But we need to follow instruction: "Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones." So we could combine Skills into Requirements or Responsibilities. However the instruction says use headings for those categories if content exists. It doesn't require all headings; we can omit if we think content is covered elsewhere. But we need to preserve all substantive info; if we omit Skills heading, we still need to include that info somewhere else. We could incorporate those details into Requirements or Responsibilities. For example, deep expertise in trade means & methods is already in Requirements (deep knowledge of construction trade means and methods). Proficiency with estimating software is in Requirements (strong proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and cost databases). So we can omit Skills.
Benefits: list of benefits: Medical, dental, vision for employees (coverage available for dependents for shared premium), 401k retirement plan including Company matching, Vacation and Sick Compensation (PTO), and Holiday Pay!, Disability income protection including short term and long-term disability, Employee and dependent life insurance, Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program. We'll put as
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Pay: Compensation: $132,000 to $172,000 Annually. We'll put as
maybe under Pay heading. We must not include application instructions or EEO. Also remove duplicated lines (like repeated "MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions presently provides employee coverage for:" maybe not duplicated). Also remove "Where you will work" location details? That is substantive info about location; we should keep it. Where to put? Could be under About the role or a separate section like Location. But we don't have a heading for Location; we could include under About the role as a paragraph. The instruction: Use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It doesn't forbid other headings, but says use those for those categories. We could add a heading for Location if we want, but not required. Safer to include location details within About the role paragraph. We must not include "Interested in learning more? If you're ready for an adventure and are interested in being considered for this role, click apply to start the conversation! Or if you know someone who currently works at MacDonald-Miller, reach out to them to get introduced to the team!" That's application instructions; remove. Also remove "MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer..." etc. Now construct HTML. We'll start with
About the role
thencontaining company description, core culture values, location. We need to preserve all substantive info: Let's copy the relevant paragraphs: "At MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions ("MacMiller") we make buildings work better. As the Northwest's leading mechanical contracting firm, we design, deliver and service HVAC, plumbing and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With our over 1,600 employees across 14 offices, there is a breadth and variety of work to keep you engaged and inspired. We enjoy a well-respected history of exceeding our customers' expectations and executing with distinction. Our clients trust their toughest projects with our integrated teams, including: New construction - Engineering, fabrication and installation of mechanical systems for new projects following lean construction practices Special projects - Retrofits and mechanical repairs for existing buildings for new efficiencies Service - scheduled preventative maintenance ensuring tenant comfort, and 24/7 emergency response Building Controls - Control systems, fault detection, energy services and remote monitoring Energy and Sustainable Solutions - Acting as the Prime Contractor, we deliver design-build energy-efficient solutions in the built environment for private and public sector clients" Then core culture values paragraph: "People love to work at MacDonald-Miller, and it's because we all share the same Core Culture Values: Collaboration - Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Collaboration is our foundation and critical to the success of the company. Every team member is valued and brings a diversity of strengths to help us meet our common vision Dedication - We are dedicated to personal and professional excellence. We execute with distinction by doing the right thing and following through on our commitments. Safety - Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hardhats and boots, it's an attitude and the environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families. Community - We are proud to be part of MacDonald-Miller. We actively seek to build relationships and know each other as individuals. Together we create an environment that is welcoming, caring, and trusting. Innovation - We are committed to continuous, creative problem solving. Innovation is how we stay an industry leader. We always strive to challenge and better ourselves Fun! - Take the work seriously, but never take ourselves too seriously. It's possible to be both serious professionals and good-natured people you enjoy working with. We strive to be both" Then location: "Where you will work Our Seattle HQ office (17930 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA 98188) has easy access to the SeaTac International Airport, ample secured parking, and newly renovated office facilities - not to mention great views! Neighborhood amenities include an onsite deli, restaurants, and convenient freeway/airport access. Spokane office is located at 421 N Freya St., Spokane, WA 99202 Kennewick office is located at 106010 E Wiser Pkwy, Suite B, Kennewick WA 99338 East Portland office is located at 12911 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97230 West Portland office is located at 14275 NW Science Park Dr., Portland, OR 97229" We'll include that as a paragraph. Now Responsibilities: We'll list each bullet from "Top Deliverables in Your First Year to Be a Hero". Let's extract: - Best-in-Class Estimate Development Lead the preparation of comprehensive, accurate estimates that fully capture project scope, risk, and opportunity. Thoroughly review drawings, specifications, schedules, and contract documents to identify scope gaps, clarifications, and risks. Perform site visits and constructability reviews to validate assumptions and pricing. Develop detailed takeoffs, pricing models, and cost summaries aligned with company standards. - Strategic Collaboration & Leadership Partner closely with project managers, engineers, operations, and trade partners to align estimates with execution strategies. Serve as a trusted advisor during preconstruction, providing insight on phasing, labor strategy, logistics, and risk mitigation. Confidently present estimates, assumptions, and bid strategies to internal leadership and external stakeholders. Support and mentor junior estimators, helping elevate team capability and consistency. - Business Acumen & Market Intelligence Apply strong business judgment to evaluate project risk, margin, and competitiveness. Stay current on labor trends, material pricing, market conditions, and competitor activity. Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative approaches that improve cost, schedule, or constructability. Contribute to bid/no-bid decisions and long-term estimating strategy. - Advanced Estimating Process & Tools Lead the estimating process from pursuit through turnover, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and accountability. Utilize advanced estimating software, databases, and historical cost data to improve accuracy and efficiency. Ensure all estimates comply with internal policies, quality standards, and industry best practices. Continuously improve estimating methodologies, templates, and tools. - Deep Expertise in Trade Means & Methods Demonstrate a strong working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and/or specialty construction trades (as applicable). Evaluate labor productivity, sequencing, temporary conditions, and installation strategies. Identify trade-specific risks and incorporate them appropriately into pricing and contingency planning. Collaborate with field and trade professionals to ensure estimates reflect real-world execution. - "Tell the Story" Behind the Estimate Clearly articulate the why behind the numbers—assumptions, risks, exclusions,