Estimator

There’s not a lot of BS here, and not a lot of turnover. Good people work at Batchelor & Kimball. We’re good at our jobs, and good to each other. We have high expectations because the work is challenging, but we know the most valuable thing about the work is the people who do it. If this sounds like a good fit for you, we’d like to meet you!

We are seeking a commercial estimating professional for the mechanical industries. The ideal candidate must be capable of assembling an accurate estimate and a corresponding detailed proposal for the customer with minimal oversight.

Job Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

• Be able to accurately identify, quantify and record piping and equipment associated with the various mechanical systems


• Review all bid documents and seek clarifications during the bid process to ensure an accurate bid is assembled


• Budgeting, unit pricing, pipe sizing, general code compliance and an understanding of general layout of Plumbing, Piping and HVAC Duct Systems


• Concurrently bid/manage multiple projects. Create a detailed estimate with appropriate material, labor & subcontractor selections; alternates and unit pricing when required; and corresponding proposal to identify the bidder's work scope


• Survey potential projects and identify best solutions for pricing


• Evaluation of vendor and subcontractor proposal to ensure compliance with the job requirements and specifications


• Estimating HVAC and plumbing projects and change orders to comply with corporate profit guidelines and project requirements


• Provide conceptual design and pricing to support conceptual design for both HVAC and plumbing


• Complete system take-offs in accordance with current B&K processes.


• Consider and evaluate potential value engineering options and costs with the B&K team


• Develop project general conditions and other estimate scope summaries, schedules and/or other tools and deliverables as necessary


• Participate, when necessary, in bid finalization and review

Supervisory / Budgetary / External communications responsibilities 

• This is an individual contributing role.


• Internal and external communication responsibility to the appropriate contacts.  

Knowledge, skill and ability requirements (minimum competencies required for job performance)

• Proficiency in pipe takeoff software such as Quickpen / Autobid is beneficial


• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills


• Consistent dependability and availability


• Ability to work in a fast-paced construction office environment


• Ability to organize and curate documents related work orders and personnel


• Aptitude to learn new systems


• Mechanical Knowledge


• Project Management

Prior work experience and educational requirements

• BSME in Engineering/HVAC or Construction Business Management is preferred


• Communication, relationship building and customer service


• Proficient in MS Word and Excel and assembling a detailed quote


• Work in an open/team environment and have the ability to work independently


• Strong multi-tasking, organization and prioritization skills

Physical Demands 

The physical demands are those associated with working in a typical office environment and miscellaneous filed travel.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties described may be changed or reassigned at the discretion of management, and the employee may be required to perform duties that are not listed in the job description.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.