Bassett Mechanical

Bassett Mechanical is a 3rd generation family-owned company that provides custom-built industrial refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing, metal fabricating and preventative maintenance service solutions to customers throughout the United States and the world. It is not only a great place to grow and thrive in your career. It is a place to truly belong. As a member of the Bassett Mechanical Family, you'll enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package and many professional growth opportunities. From the moment you're hired, to the day you retire, you're a part of our Bassett Mechanical Family. 

Position Purpose

The Sr. Manager of Estimating is responsible for developing and executing HVAC estimating efforts for HVAC and Plumbing Construction markets. Be a leader of change for developing systems and procedures that deliver accurate and executable project budgets. This position will lead and manage the team responsible for developing all estimates for HVAC and Plumbing Mechanical Contracting projects. Position will be responsible for collaborating closely with internal business leaders to help develop "Winning Strategies" and ensures that our estimates are responsive, complete, and accurate.

Position Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead a team of estimators to ensure that all proposals are completed on time and within budget.
• Develop a workflow and system for scheduling and processing estimate requests and communicating with business development, engineering, project management and leadership.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, architects, and subcontractors to ensure that all estimates are accurate and competitive.
• Conduct regular meetings with project managers to review project progress and ensure that all estimates are up to date.
• Manage estimating department and processes along with enhancing procedures and unit rate databases.
• Maintain estimating software labor and material standards and ensure consistent usage by Estimators, establish tools to help drive project life cycle.
• Build strong customer relationship with internal and external customers. Interface with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, and Construction to provide proposal updates and ensure Estimating deliverables are satisfied for all client proposal activities.
• Attend RFP level reviews and proactively drive a winning RFP strategy in collaboration with business development.
• Ensure that all estimates are in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Craft and implement development plans for the estimating team and provide training and guidance.
• Work with operations to understand project execution opportunities as they relate to estimating (post job review findings).
• Develop and improve standards, procedures, tools, and methodologies to produce cost estimates for projects based on work scope, specifications, and proposal or contract requirements.
• Reviews total estimate of all projects to ensure accuracy and completeness prior to formal submission.
• Participates in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy and presentation meetings as required.
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Improve and maintain the accuracy of material takeoffs.
• Establish processes to perform analysis of project requirements, plans, and specifications to identify labor, material, equipment, and service requirements.
• Cross-train team to facilitate efficient load-balancing of estimating capacity.
• Review the work of the individual estimators for accuracy, consistency and present bids to sales and corporate management.
• Assist with the preparation and bid submittals/proposals for construction projects as needed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Summary of Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Estimating, Mechanical Contracting, Management, Quoting, Projects, Blueprints, and Take-offs
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, or related field preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction estimating software
• Ability to lead a team of estimators
• Knowledge of local building codes and regulations

Direct Reports

• Mechanical Contracting Estimators – HVAC & Plumbing