Job Title: Estimator

Job Description

We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Estimator to join our AZ branch office. The ideal candidate will provide and coordinate all estimating services necessary for procuring process piping projects. This role demands a strong focus on accuracy, thoroughness, and profitability. The Estimator will also play a key role in building and maintaining relationships with the Estimating Departments of targeted General Contractors.

ResponsibilitiesRegularly contact the Pre-Construction Departments of targeted General Contractors to identify opportunities.Evaluate opportunities to ensure alignment with business models, competitive advantages, and profitability goals.Review all plans, P&ID’s, specifications, and contracts prior to preparing estimates to identify any impacts on the work.Learn and operate a computer-based take-off and estimating system to provide reproducible results.Coordinate drawings, scopes, and points of contact with other trades.Prepare RFIs for project bidding.Solicit pricing from vendors and subcontractors.Prepare recaps, general conditions, schedules, and letters for projects.Run job reports in preparation for bid reviews with the Estimating Manager.Assist in selling the project, including developing a scope of supply, presentations, entertaining, negotiating, and closing.Participate in kickoff meetings, presenting the scope of work, work plan, budget, unusual requirements, and any critical limitations.Assist in tracking productivity of labor units.Participate in daily staff meetings to identify scope deviations, monitor production, and forecast future work.Assist with developing alternate plans to recover projects where actual performance is not meeting budgeted plans.Essential Skills3+ years of estimating experience, preferably with a mechanical contractor but open to GCs.Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel.Experience with Revit and Navisworks.Strong knowledge of estimation, mechanical systems, preconstruction processes, process piping, plumbing, HVAC, semiconductor, and biopharmaceutical industries.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in process piping, equipment, and pipe fabrication within the semiconductor or biopharmaceutical industry.Field/Craft experience.Understanding of piping and installation.Bachelor’s degree in construction management or mechanical engineering.Work Environment

The position is based onsite, with occasional travel to nearby job sites. The typical start time for Estimators is early, around 6:00/6:30 AM. The role is hourly with opportunities for occasional overtime. Relocation assistance may be available for highly qualified candidates. The work environment is autonomous, fostering an environment where employees can demonstrate their capabilities and grow with a winning team. The company is 100% employee-owned, with many team members having tenure of 15+ years, contributing to continuity, productivity, and quality of work.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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