Voted 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 with experienced Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, Project Engineers, Safety and Quality professionals, in addition to a variety of other operational teammates and support teams. Built on over 60 years of experience, Methuen Construction employs the highest skilled trades professionals including Pipefitters, Carpenters, Heavy Equipment Operators, and Laborers. We consistently strive for complete client satisfaction by delivering outstanding construction services and cutting-edge solutions. 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 excellent compensation and benefits, in addition to a great company culture that is team oriented, motivated, and respectful.
The Process/Mechanical Estimator is responsible for preparing competitive job estimates by interpreting drawings, bid documents, and performing take off in the process/mechanical divisions of work including industrial and process piping, mechanical equipment, chemical feed systems, and equipment testing and startup.
Essential Functions
- Perform clear and complete estimates for work scope assigned
- Support the bidding process by soliciting and reviewing subcontractor and vendor quotes
- Compile and compare pricing from subcontractors and vendors for assigned specifications and scopes of work. Communicate pricing gaps, exceptions, and make recommendations to Senior Estimators to normalize pricing across proposals
- Collaborate with the other job estimators, senior estimators, sub and vendor coordinators, and other teammates to clearly define the scope of work to ensure all scope is covered
- Assemble bid packages as required by the procuring entity
- Understand and communicate the scope of work to Senior Estimators, Chief Estimator, and Executives. Analyze and develop lists of potential risks and value engineering items to support bid review meetings
- Interact with project owners, engineers, subcontractors and vendors as needed
- Provide input and data to company material cost and production rate databases 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 other related duties as assigned
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent industry experience
- Three to five years of experience in construction estimating (or equivalent industry experience) with a broad understanding of ground-up construction through completion with water/wastewater, buildings, and industrial projects
- Knowledge of industrial processes and mechanical systems
- Knowledge of estimating fundamentals and conceptual estimating techniques
- Interpret engineering plans and project specifications
- Experience with construction means and methods
- Experience with Planswift, AutoCAD and iSqFt or similar platforms
Core Competencies
- Self-motivated, self-starter
- Creative and innovative thinker
- Strong team player with a positive attitude
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel & Word) & other relative computer programs
- Advanced knowledge of estimating fundamentals and conceptual estimating techniques
- Advanced problem solving skills
- Highly organized with attention to detail
- Maintain a positive image of the company with vendors, subs, clients and teammates
Supervisory Responsibility
- This position is not responsible for the oversight of any other teammates
Position Type
- This is a full-time, salaried exempt position
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; training, subcontractor vetting, and for client coordination is occasionally required
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
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
Methuen 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.
