Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job DescriptionJob Description

Description

B.L. Harbert International is looking for a Senior Mechanical Estimator to work in our International Construction Group in Birmingham, Alabama. The Senior Mechanical Estimator will be responsible for estimating the following: Heating Ventilation and Air-Conditioning, Hydronic, Plumbing, Civil Utilities, Fire Protection, Treatment Plants, and Air-side and Wet-side Specialty systems. Applicant would work directly for the Director of Mechanical and with other BLHI estimating staff.

Responsibilities:

• Attend and participate in pre-bid meetings both within and outside of the organization including periodic international travel

• Perform thorough review of available RFP documents and prepare RFI’s for submission to the client

• Coordinate with architects and engineers from multiple disciplines to prepare Statements of Work and Technical Narratives

• Solicit pricing from vendors for various activities

• Respond to vendor inquiries and provide direction as necessary

• Perform quantity survey based on documents with varying degrees of completion ranging from programming narratives to 100% Designed and Issued for Construction packages

• Evaluate vendor proposals considering, pricing, project location, product availability, product durability, vendor service history and other value based factors

• Prepare proposals for mechanical works using in-house standard Excel templates, as well as develop project specific proposals based on RFP bid forms

• Participate in pre-submittal cost review meetings

• Assist with preparation of departmental budget for mechanical works following project award

• Attend and participate in post-award kick-off meetings

• Assist project coordinators with early procurement planning

• Support Project Coordinators and Site Personnel with change order proposals and negotiation

• Identify and evaluate new products and vendors

• Maintain historical pricing for materials, equipment and subcontractors

Requirements:

• U.S.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

• 10+ years of experience preparing mechanical estimates for various types of construction including: government and military, light industrial, process piping, data center and healthcare

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management or related field (will consider experience in lieu of degree)

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience with estimating software such as: On Center OST, Fast Est (FastDUCT/ FastPIPE), Trimble MEP or similar programs

• Experience with Autodesk Revit and Navisworks

Physical Demands:

To perform the duties of this job, the employee must:

• Have the ability to repetitively use hands to grasp, reach above and below with arms, and work overhead

• Have the ability to stoop, bend, walk, kneel, crouch and crawl

• Have the ability to lift, carry and/or move up to 25 lbs. of weight in the form of paper, boxes, files, etc.

• Have the ability to sit for extended periods with occasional standing required

• Possess the manual dexterity to operate office equipment, filing, and perform specialized skills

• Possess a high degree of concentration necessary in a busy office environment

Work Environment:

To perform the duties of this job, the employee

• Must be able to work in an office environment

• Must have flexibility with hours in order to better accommodate business needs

B.L. Harbert International, LLC offers an excellent benefits package including a competitive US base salary, BCBS medical and dental, group insurance, 401k plan and paid holidays and vacation.

B.L. Harbert International, LLC is an EOE / Vets / Disabilities

If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.