Chief Estimator - Mechanical

Highland Consulting Group • Full-time • Plainview, NY, US • $140k - $165k / year • 5d ago

Position: Chief Mechanical Estimator

Job Description

Highland Consulting Group, a construction specific recruiting firm specializing in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions, has partnered with a stable and growing mechanical contractor in the Long Island, NY area to help find a Chief Estimator. This position will be overseeing a small team and guiding the day-to-day functions of the estimating department.

Key Responsibilities:

Will be responsible for overseeing the estimating process and estimating team to ensure that the department is meeting company goals and customer deadlines.
Will prepare, review and sign off on estimates and bids prior to submitting them to the customer.
Will manage and enhance the cost databases for improved estimating accuracy.
Will obtain pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
Will lead department meetings to review open bid status.
Will prepare/create individual bids.

Qualifications:

7+ years of estimating experience in commercial mechanical construction (HVAC, piping and controls) with a minimum of 3 years in a lead/management role.
Experience estimating projects of up to $10 million.
Ability to develop budgets, establish timelines, and produce accurate cost estimates.
Experience with negotiated and plan-and-spec estimates.
Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to delegate tasks to ensure efficiency.
Computer software proficiency using Excel for estimating.
A four-year degree in construction management or a related field is preferred but not required.
Salary range for this role is from $140,000.00 to $165,000.00 depending upon experience.

Benefits:

This company cares about and is committed to the well-being of its employees and their families. This commitment is reflected in a comprehensive benefit package provided to all employees which includes medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K, paid time off and profit sharing.

As required by local law, Highland Consulting Group believes that the attached salary range reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position.

Contact:

If you have this type of experience, please apply to this position. You can also contact me directly to learn more about this opportunity.

John Kane

Sr. Recruiter

Highland Consulting Group

724-972-4753

jkane@mri-hcg.com

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