Senior Estimator

Roles and Responsibilities

• Absorb key roles throughout the estimating, bidding, vendor and subcontractor proposal review, and purchasing processes.
• Collaborate with the Director of Preconstruction and the company leadership team to decide whether to bid or not.
• Support the Director of Preconstruction in assigning lead estimators for each project based on their skill set and schedule alignment.
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to direct reports and supervise/mentor their work.
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs of HVAC equipment and systems, including hydronic and air sides.
• Develop budgets from narratives during schematic design and through design development and to construction documents.
• Create bid packages/contract scopes of work for subcontractors, evaluate their bids, and issue contracts.
• Participate throughout the estimating, bidding, vendor and subcontractor proposal review, and purchasing processes.
• Prepare, finalize, and review preliminary and/or final proposals/submittals completely.
• Provide technical support to the leadership team and Project Managers.
• Evaluate and discuss possible solutions with Manager, Project Manager, Sub-contractor, Supplier, and/or customer.
• Coordinate the selection, pricing, and integration of equipment, controls, and services for each project.
• Lead the team, resolve issues, and solve problems that arise.
• Perform construction plan reviews or other requirements as necessary to meet all customer’s facility requirements.
• Prepare and review contract terms and conditions using standard contract templates when applicable.
• Assist the Director in developing project fulfillment schedules with the project team.
• Resolve major deviations from the scope with the team after Project Scope Validation.
• Provide knowledge and consultation in the form of developing facility-related solutions for the customer’s problems.
• Determine project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet the entire customer’s Building system design and installation requirements.
• Show a functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices.
• Visit client sites and project sites to survey conditions and make observations as needed.
• Assist in the interview and selection of new estimators.
• Maintain staff performance and complete performance reviews.
• Collaborate with team members to solicit proper expertise in order to meet customer needs.
• Assist the Director in managing total preconstruction efforts.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Minimum of 5 – 10 years’ experience in the HVAC industry.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints and construction plans and specifications.
• Ability to understand HVAC systems and controls and basic HVAC principles, and perform calculations.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office related products.

Key Requirements

• Regular and supervisory probation period required, if applicable.
• Random drug testing required.
• Must successfully pass a background check.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Additional Notes

If you are unable to apply electronically and require an accommodation, please contact HRAdmin@msssolutions.com.
MSS Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
MSS Employees, please visit the MSS Career Center or contact HR to apply.