Estimator / Project Manager - Piping & Sheet Metal Design Build Projects

Company Overview:

Griffen Plumbing and Heating was founded in 1982 in Elkhart, Indiana. The company has expanded from two service technicians to over 50 full-time employees. We provide a wide range of services including preventative maintenance, air compressor services, design build, plumbing, boiler and chiller services. Griffen Plumbing & Heating emphasizes a "customer first" philosophy and invests in ongoing training and education for our technicians, including a five-year apprenticeship and various certifications such as medical gas, backflow prevention, CFC refrigerant, and welding.

Position Overview:

Griffen Plumbing & Heating is seeking a full-time Estimator / Project Manager to play a crucial role in the company's construction operations. This role is responsible for supporting piping and sheet metal construction projects from bid through close-out, by preparing accurate estimates, reviewing plans and specifications, developing scopes, and coordinating pricing with vendors and subcontractors to ensure competitive and profitable project proposals. 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Estimating piping and sheet metal construction projects.
• Review plans and specifications for completeness and prepare RFI's for additional information as required.
• Assist with project management for construction projects sold.
• Prepare shop and as-built CAD drawings for construction projects as required.
• Develop project schedules.
• Obtain installation permits as required.
• Order equipment and materials; issue purchase orders to vendors and subcontractors.
• Prepare project scopes and procure quotations from vendors and subcontractors.
• Negotiate with vendors and subcontractors for favorable pricing.
• Ongoing job tracking of projects in progress.
• Assist in resolution of problems that arise during construction projects.
• Continually update sheet meal and piping estimating software to ensure accurate material costs.
• Perform post-mortem analysis on completed projects, comparing estimated costs to actual costs incurred.
• Manage project close-out documentation, including as-built drawings, warranty letters, start-up reports, balancing reports, IOM's, etc.
• Stay abreast of current technology and construction methods to continually improve production and quality.
• Utilize Dropbox to maintain organized job files for Sales Engineers and field personnel.

Skills and Experience Desired:

• Experience estimating and supporting design build piping and sheet metal construction projects.
• Strong ability to read construction drawings/specifications and prepare accurate scopes, RFIs, and cost analyses.
• Solid knowledge of HVAC/mechanical systems - 5+ years of experience
• Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects through close-out.
• Proficiency in CAD and estimating software is preferred.