Senior Mechanical Estimator

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Company: Compu Dynamics

Location: Chantilly, VA 20152

Description:

Compu Dynamics is North America's premier technology infrastructure design-build partner. We provide straightforward, smart solutions to meet today's challenges with tomorrow's demands in mind. We design, construct, and maintain some of the world's leading data center facilities.

Compu Dynamics sits in the heart of one of the fastest growing data center markets in the country and is a recognized leader in that business. Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for precision and mechanical systems? We're excited to be growing and are looking for a skilled Mechanical Estimator to join our dynamic team here at Compu Dynamics! We're thrilled to announce a sign-on bonus of $3,000 for this position!
  • Hybrid
  • Location Negotiable

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Provides leadership on estimating processes, methodology, and tools that span multiple business units.
  • Comprehension of the desired technical knowledge items at a level that allows mentoring and training of company staff.
  • Participates in establishing practices, templates, policies, tools, and partnerships to expand and mature these capabilities for the organization.
  • Evaluates data and metrics to propose new strategies to improve project delivery and develop reports that portray and give external stakeholders visibility into the project landscape.
  • Establishes and nurtures relationships with industry professionals, suppliers, prime contractors, subcontractors, public agencies, and internal customers.
  • Supports other department personnel as required
  • Reviews RFP's/Design Docs and prepares RFI's as needed.
  • Attends Pre-Bid Meetings and/or Site walks to ascertain project requirements and risks.
  • Prepares written estimates, coordinated with other trade estimates, for clients based on labor, materials, equipment, and other expenses.
  • Assists in the assembly of project schedule with mechanical systems installation timelines.
  • Manages pre-qualification and pre-bid submissions.
  • Maintains accurate cost records and database of mechanical systems costs.
  • Creates the project BOM for the estimate and submit for pricing from vendors or subcontractors, including piping and ductwork systems and components.
  • Formulates contingency plans and effectively manages risks that might impact cost and time estimates.
  • Attends estimate review meetings with the Leadership Team.
  • Communicates with field supervision and operations leadership about delays and any other issues that must be communicated to clients.
  • Maintains an elevated level of professionalism with clients, vendors, and colleagues; works to establish a positive working relationship.
  • Reviews design options and recommend the best solution based on cost, engineering quality, or availability of materials.
  • Provides timely and completed documentation of work performed.
  • Operates vehicles and other equipment safely; adheres to safety protocols; reports hazards and risks; behavior contributes to a safe and secure working environment

  • Required Education and Experience:
  • 7+ years of Mechanical Estimating experience
  • Working knowledge of electrical and control systems supporting the Mechanical equipment and overall system operation.

  • Preferred Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Applied Science or Architecture or equivalent work experience.
  • 3+ Commercial general contractor experience
  • SCIF Construction experience a plus
  • Active Security Clearance a plus (or ability to obtain clearance)

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    Compu Dynamics Pay Range

    $120,000-$140,000 USD

    Compu Dynamics offers a comprehensive benefits package to include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%, various voluntary benefits, Employer paid life insurance, 7 Holidays, paid Parental Leave, Volunteer Time Off, up to 4 weeks PTO after 60 days and you get your birthday off!

    Compu Dynamics, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, the company takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics.

    All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening, background/criminal check, and motor vehicle check.

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