Estimator Fire Protection

Responsibilities:

• Price and take-off equipment, specialties, sprinkler heads and associated piping from blueprints
• Responsible for creating estimates and developing bid proposals
• Communicate effectively with clients to aid in buy outs, submittal approvals, and approved change orders
• Inputting estimates in Estimating Software
• Willing to assist and seek out new software and propose ideas to upper management
• Assist Project Manager with kickoff of new job
• Assist Project Manager and team with clear understanding of recently bought jobs
• Assist Controller with contracts particularly with Scope bought out in bidding process
• Must be detailed oriented and able to thrive in fast-paced environment
• Ability to read and comprehend blueprints
• Demonstrate understanding of construction documents
• Background in HVAC/Insulation/Fire Suppression Estimating
• Ability to write in a clear business-like fashion
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Microsoft Office Suite and must be computer savvy
• Estimating Software savvy
• Review and understand all perinate bidding documents and specifications.
• Aid in the success of project procurement by preparing estimates for review.
• Must be able to layout code compliant systems and create a competitive quote.
• Possess a strong knowledge of NFPA codes and NYC codes
• Estimate design build projects, plan and spec projects along with conceptual budgets.
• Provide oversight on multiple project-estimates concurrently with ability to multitask.
• Maintain and update master bid list.
• Create fire sprinkler estimates/design/submittals
• Track proposals and follow up with clients to determine price competitiveness.
• Participate in the search and selection of project opportunities.
• Develop and maintain contractor and vendor relationships.
• Analyze past performance of estimates compared to completed work and develop processes for better estimates.
• Must possess reliable transportation for your daily commute to the office.
• Able to work independently or with others in a professional manner.

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