Sheet Metal Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits:

• $0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!
• Dental Insurance Plan
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Wellness Programs

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website. ACIBuilds.com

Summary/Objective:

The Sheet Metal Estimator will be responsible for providing complete airside estimates for bids on commercial projects assigned by the Estimating Manager. Projects involved include College and University Facilities, Healthcare, Laboratories, Data Centers, Central Plants and office buildings.

Essential Functions:

• Review all construction documents including Instructions To Bidders, Bid Forms, and Scope of Work
• Solicit subcontractor and vendor quotations to ensure coverage on all scopes of work
• Distribute plans, specifications, and addenda to subcontractors and vendors via company ftp website and/or email
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits which may result in travel time on occasions
• Work as part of a team to coordinate scope of work between in-house trades (Piping, Plumbing, Fire Protection, and Electrical) as required
• Mentor estimators as needed
• Take-off all equipment (AHUs, VAVs, CRACs, heaters, fans, etc.) and material for trade specific scope of work utilizing the Trimble Autobid computerized estimating system.
• Enter all material, labor, sub pricing, vendor pricing, equipment rentals and other costs into bid summary before bid due date
• Review all take-off and pricing for completeness on all self-performed work
• Review in detail subcontractor and vendor quotations for full compliance with the plans and specifications, including coordination of equipment and controls to avoid scope gaps
• Enter scope of work into company proposal template form (MS Word Based)
• Upon project award, assist in procurement of subs, equipment and materials
• Enter estimate into job cost control program and participate in turnover/transition meetings with the operations team
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility: No

Required:

• 5 years of experience in commercial and institutional construction
• 3 years Estimating and Pre-Construction experience
• A thorough understanding and knowledge of shop fabrication/production rates, means methods of construction for the sheet metal trades
• A solid and thorough understanding of SMACNA duct construction standards and pressure classes
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and interface with BAS
• Experience in providing budgets, value management ideas, construction schedules, and manpower projections
• Demonstrated knowledge and efficiency in computer/network based estimating software (i.e. Autobid, Quote Soft, TSI, Estimation, or equivalent)
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Bluebeam software
• Must be able to meet critical deadlines
• Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail, and demonstrate problem-solving skills
• Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
• Must be available to work assigned schedules

The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but are not limited to the following:

Work Environment:

• Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
• Position will require visits to construction and industrial work sites

Physical Demands:

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photo/print copiers, email, and teleconferencing. Site visits will require walking through existing buildings, industrial plants and/or on-going construction sites. This will involve stairs and at times ladders on multiple floors/levels.

Travel:

• May require infrequent travel (typically not overnight)

Preferred:

• AAS or BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or other related discipline
• Industrial facilities experience
• Experience with MS Project or other scheduling software
• Prior military experience

Sheet Metal Estimator