MWH Constructors

Mechanical Estimator

MWH Constructors$85K — $145K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10 years of estimating experience
  • Experience with heavy construction or industrial projects
  • Knowledge of process mechanical components
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
  • Proficient in MS Word and Excel
  • Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and ensure accuracy of cost estimates for various projects
  • Adjust estimates based on project conditions
  • Review project documents to identify risks and opportunities
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, and Operations teams
  • Advise and assist Estimating Team in preparation of estimates
  • Verify and obtain construction quotations
  • Analyze bids and compile detailed reports

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health & welfare benefits including medical, dental, and vision
  • 100% company-paid employee life and disability insurance
  • Flexible Time Off Program including vacation and personal days
  • Paid Sick and Safe Leave and Paid Parental Leave
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with company matching contributions
  • Employee Referral Program
Full Job Description
About the Role

MWHis currently seeking qualified candidates for a Mechanical Estimator to support critical infrastructure projects within the United States ranging from $20-$500 million dollars. This position will be based out of Tampa, FL. This role may require some regional travel.

Essential Functions
  • Prepare cost estimates on proposals, projects and studies and ensure that the content of the estimate is complete, accurate and meets the requirements of the Estimating Manager.
  • Adjust productivities, material prices, and means / methods depending on varying project conditions.
  • Review solicitation documents such as specifications and drawings to identify risks and opportunities related to competitive pricing.
  • Coordinate and review the variable estimating factors in each area with Engineering, Procurement and Operations.
  • Provide technical advice and assistance to the Estimating Team in the preparation of all levels of estimates ranging in scope and complexity.
  • Assist the Estimating Team with an independent assessment of an estimate's accuracy (upon completion of the estimate and summarization of all detailed man-hours, material, construction and home office costs).
  • Coordinate the performance of pricing structure development and application to takeoffs, derived quantities, quantity assumption, and cost allowances.
  • Obtain and verify construction quotations for facilitation of construction projects, addenda's and contract changes.
  • Obtain and verify subcontractor questions for construction projects and ensures compliance with construction documents.
  • Compile and analyze bids.
  • Develop reports for all review processes.
  • Provide constructability reviews and guidance to the operations team to ensure the preliminary costs of the projects.
  • Actively research, solicit, and develop a network of relationships within the supply chain.
  • Review and incorporate historical data from purchase orders, subcontractors, and productivity analysis reports in order to continuously improve estimating accuracy.

Basic Qualifications
  • 5-10 years of estimating experience
  • Previous experience on heavy construction projects or industrial projects
  • Previous experience with process mechanical components
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field; equivalent combination of construction field experience, skills and training may be substituted
  • Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to discipline desirable
  • Must be proficient in using MS Word, and Excel
  • Ability to interface and communicate effectively with others

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in the water/wastewater sector
  • Knowledge or experience in CMAR, CMS, Design-Build or Hard-Bid estimates
  • Construction field experience
  • Cost control and scheduling exposure is a plus
  • Timberline Estimating database and software knowledge is a plus

Compensation
  • The Anticipated budgeted salary for the position is at $85K - $145K a year, based on experience.

Benefits
  • Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
  • 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
  • Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
  • Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
  • Paid Sick and Safe Leave
  • Paid Parental Leave Program
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
  • Employee Referral Program

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About MWH Constructors

MWH Constructors is a global construction firm that specializes in water and wastewater treatment plants, dams, and other large-scale infrastructure projects. With over 1,000 employees across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, MWH Constructors has a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget. The company's expertise in engineering, procurement, and construction allows them to provide turnkey solutions to their clients, from initial design to final commissioning. MWH Constructors is committed to sustainability and environmental stewardship, and works closely with clients to ensure that their projects are built to the highest standards of safety and quality.
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