Are you an experienced Mechanical Estimator with a passion for construction bidding and proposals? Do you have experience working on ground-up building and industrial projects? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Methuen Construction is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator to provide essential support to the Estimating department. This position reports to the Vice President of Preconstruction and is not responsible for the oversight of other teammates. This is a full-time, salaried-exempt position. Your Role
The Senior Mechanical Estimator (SME) is responsible for all bid pricing related to Divisions 11, 13, and 15. At times, the SME will assist with—and perform—estimating for other Divisions
Create complete estimates for Methuen Construction’s self-performed process, process equipment, and instrumentation work. The SME also solicits and reviews all subcontractor and vendor quotes for the specifications of work that fall under their jurisdiction
Collaborate with the other job estimators, vendor coordinators, and project managers, when appropriate, to clearly define the scope of work to assemble an accurate bid and proposal
Perform neat, orderly and accurate takeoffs and pricing with no supervision or direction
Produce proposals and assemble bid packages required by the procuring entity
Effectively communicate the scope of work, risks, and potential value engineering items for each major project at a bid review meeting with the chief estimator and upper management
Interact with project owners, engineers, subcontractors and vendors as needed
Create complete and fully functional Excel spreadsheets and Word documents
Compile and maintain a material cost and production rate database for use in estimating spreadsheets
Collaborate with Project Managers and Field Teammates to keep production rates current and align estimating systems with current field technology and processes
Perform conceptual estimating to support Business Development using historical data and experience
Provide oversight, on the job training, and mentoring for subordinate Estimators and Junior Estimators
Perform other related duties as assigned
Your Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience
10+ years of experience in industrial construction with a broad understanding of the company’s main self-performed trades: millwrighting, pipefitting, rigging, and instrumentation installation.
5+ years of experience performing takeoff, complete pricing, and organization of complete estimates
Experience with overall ground-up construction through completion for both building and industrial projects
Ability to learn how to utilize advanced estimating software such as MC2, Planswift, AutoCAD and ISQFT is required for long term success
What You Bring to the Team
Ability to clearly communicate both speaking and writing
Self-motivated, self-starter
Creative and innovative thinker
Strong team player with a positive attitude
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Ability to lift a minimum of 10-25 lbs.
Able to sit for extended periods of time
Able to function in a standard office setting
Travel
Travel is occasionally required for pre-bid meetings or site visits to jobsites located primarily in the Northeast. Travel outside the Northeast may be required but on an infrequent basis. Travel to support Business Development, equipment vendor training and relationship building, subcontractor vetting and relationship building, and client coordination is occasionally required.
Reasonable AccommodationsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Why You’ll Love Working HereVoted one of New Hampshire's Best Companies to Work For, Methuen Construction is widely recognized as the most successful, self-performing general contractor in the industry. Built on over 60 years of experience, Methuen Construction employs the highest skilled trades professionals. As we expand our construction territory, diversify our client base, and enhance our operational capabilities, our need for highly skilled teammates is growing! We offer top-tier compensation and benefits, in addition to a team oriented, motivated, and respectful company culture. An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity EmployerMethuen Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. As a Federal Contractor, we encourage priority referral of protected veterans under VEVRAA.