Estimator I at Harris Companies in St Paul, Minnesota

Job Description:

Harris Companies

Job Category: Estimating
Req. Number: ESTIM002306
Schedule: Full Time
Location: Las Vegas, NV 89118, USA

Job Details

Description

The purpose of your role as an Estimator

As an Estimator, you will prepare portions of contract proposal estimates for one or more disciplines, including the determination of applicable project plans and specifications. Disciplines could be plumbing, piping or sheet metal systems. May independently estimate a small to medium sized plan/spec, design assist or design build projects.

Estimating, Proposing, and Assessing

• Develop proposal and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Estimate sizes, distances, and quantities; or determine time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Prepare estimates by calculating complete takeoff of scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate.
• May review design options and recommend best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
• Develop proposals for current or prospective customers.
• Develop and deliver accurate project cost estimates.
• Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, comparing actual costs relative to bids as the project develops.
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation at regular intervals for the duration of the project.
• Set up cost monitoring and reporting systems and procedures.
• Review material and labor requirements to determine most cost-effective outcome.
• Obtain quotes from subcontractors and vendors, adhering to scope and specification.

Documentation

• Document account activities, generate reports, and keep records of business transactions with customers and suppliers.
• Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures.

Team Collaboration

• Support other department personnel as required - may include preparing estimates in other disciplines.
• Contribute to the desired culture within the organization.
• Contribute to a safety-centric work culture.

What we're looking for in you

• Associate degree in engineering or related technical field preferred.
• 1-2 years estimating, engineering, or trade experience related to mechanical construction.
• 2+ years Proficient with Microsoft Office – Word and Excel

Your life at Harris

As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!

From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.

Harris Benefits + Compensation

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401K with company match
• Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
• Paid Parental leave.
• Short-Term Incentive Plan

Visit our Careers Page for additional benefit details: https://www.harriscompany.com/careers/employee-benefits-at-a-glance

Pay Range: $51,568- $77,352 per year.

The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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