A$ A' "A' ?Company Description:With 100 years of experience,A' Heffron Company is a highly specialized commercial mechanical and plumbing contractorA' serving the Washington Metropolitan region, as well as up and down the East Coast.We are seeking an ideal candidate that possess the drive to succeed, strong communication skills, and commitment to excellence.A' SummaryYou will be responsible for accurately developing mechanical, and plumbing cost proposals to clients. You will manage and establish relationships with clients, vendors, and subcontractors. You will also help manage and train Preconstruction Engineers/Jr. Estimators. Your everyday work environment will be dynamic, and you will work with teams to achieve common goals.A' ResponsibilitiesPlan and Spec Cost Development and ProposalsDesign Assist Cost Development and ProposalsDesign Build Cost Development and ProposalsMaintain Equipment and Material Cost DatabasesManage Pre-construction Phases of Design Assist and Design Build ProjectsWork with Construction Operations to Determine Efficiencies and Proficient Areas of WorkMeet with Owners and General Contractors to Establish Business RelationshipsMeet with Subcontractors and Vendors to Maintain/Establish Business RelationshipsAssist with Buy Out or Buy Out ProjectsAssist with Design of HVAC and Plumbing Systems as NecessaryComplete jobsite visits to compare estimate with actual installationFoster culture of constant improvementTrain and maintain estimating process and proceduresScope review preparation of subcontractors and vendors for bidsProvide periodic cost review of items in estimating databasePeriodic cost review of projects against the estimateCoordinate technical requirements with SupervisorConsistently exemplifies the Core Values of the CompanyQualificationsMinimum of 2 years estimating HVAC & Plumbing systemsEngineering Degree OR currently in or graduated from Apprenticeship ProgramProficient with computerized estimation software, ie Quote Express or TrimbleExperienced with MS Office 2010 (Excel, Word, Project)Detail orientatedKnowledge and understanding of both HVAC and Plumbing systems and local codesGood communicator (oral & written) at all levelsStrong organizational and interpersonal skillsWork well with all team members, especially during high-stress timesPossess and apply knowledge of unit prices and the material/labor componentsAbility to ensure current market conditions are included in the estimateBe able to work independentlyCommitted to meeting quality standardsPrior Project Management or field experience "a plus"A' Currently reside in the DC/MD/Northern VA regionBenefitsCompetitive salary commensurate with experience.Employee focused health/dental/eye benefits, 401k plan.Opportunity for Growth - Training and Management Programs offered.