Preconstruction Estimator

Overview

CMS specializes in high-quality mechanical/plumbing installation, repair & renovation projects, complex construction, and maintenance & service on building systems. We build strong relationships with each of our clients, ensuring that they are informed and provided with a high level of communication to meet and exceed expectations throughout the project life cycle.

• Work safely, complete all company safety training and wear all personal protective equipment when on job sites.
• Strong business development and relationship building to prospective bid opportunities.
• Preparing and managing bids for commercial construction projects throughout the front range.
• Take-offs and estimation of complete scopes including but not limited to equipment, materials, labor requirements, and any subcontractor needs that fall under our scope of work.
• Experience in obtaining and evaluating material, equipment and subcontractor quotes to meet full specification and scope requirements.
• Writing proposals/bids.
• Managing multiple bids simultaneously and evaluating changes through the bid process.
• Follow up and strong closing to any/all associated business development opportunities.
• Pre-construction and design build/ design assist experience a huge plus.
• Develop and foster business relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 8+ years of experience estimating large and small commercial HVAC, Plumbing & Piping construction projects.
• Experience managing multiple bids through the entire bid process.
• A strong background in Plumbing, HVAC, Mechanical Piping & Ductwork.
• Field experience a plus.
• Strong initiative and attention to detail.
• Strong trade (HVAC, plumbing, mechanical piping, sheet metal) comprehension and math skills.
• Highly skilled in reading and understanding drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Ability to accurately compile a summary of materials, equipment, and labor.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Quote Soft/ESTMEP bid software experience preferred.

• 80% stationary position, would require occasional job walks and site visits. Walking up/down stairs, lifting 20 lbs., crouching, twisting, pushing/pulling 20 lbs., walking on uneven ground.

Salary Range: $-$ annually (depending on skill and experience). Eligible for the Preconstruction Inventive Plan.

Benefits:
Health, vision, dental, 401k w/ company match

Colorado Mechanical Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. CMS also uses E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees by electronically matching information provided by employees on the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, against records available to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).