Architectural Estimator

Harder Mechanical is one of the nation’s largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects. Based in Portland Oregon, we work primarily in the 11-western states with regional offices in Reno, NV; Phoenix, AZ; Los Angeles, CA; Richmond, CA; Salt Lake City, UT.

As an Estimator, you will be working in with the Commercial Buildings Division (healthcare, higher education, mission critical, and retail). Harder has an immediate need for an experienced architectural sheet metal estimator with experience to join our team in Portland, OR.

Successful projects do not complete themselves. Our team of curious and passionate people build on Harder's reputation every day through their actions. We offer professional development opportunities, industry-leading benefits, and the chance to work on projects that will change the built environment forever. Find out more at www.harder.com.

What you’ll be doing:

You will be responsible for reviewing mechanical drawings and performing quantity take-offs for active pursuits and awarded projects. You will be involved from the pursuit stage through project execution, preparing accurate estimates for the operations team in the field. This is an office position and an ideal role for a detail-oriented person. 

Estimators at Harder perform the following daily tasks:

• Review proposal specifications and preliminary drawings to determine scope of work for estimates and bid preparation
• Use estimating software to complete quantity take-offs
• Coordinate estimates with project team to meet submission deadlines
• Complete final cost estimate of projects through the use of in-house software systems
• Implement estimating best practice and procedures to ensure consistency in estimating deliverables to projects

What you will need to be successful in this role:

• Familiarity with estimating process and systems
• Extreme attention to detail
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis
• Relentless commitment to teamwork and client satisfaction
• Basic computer competency, including Microsoft Office and Bluebeam
• Passion for ongoing learning and keeping up with industry trends
• Interest in LEAN construction principles
• Ability to travel to other regions to gain exposure to additional markets and industries

Education/Experience:

• 5+ years of estimating and take-off experience with a focus on architectural sheet metal
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred 
• Ability to read drawings

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits – 100% of employee premiums are paid by the company
• Generous retirement package includes: 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of your annual salary
• Profit sharing
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities
• Team environment that promotes individual growth

HMC reserves the right to perform a drug screening and background check, as may be required, and this offer may be contingent on passing a drug screening and background check. 

This position is salaried. No recruiters. No phone calls, please.

About Harder

Harder Mechanical Contractors is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws. Our hiring policy reflects and affirms Harder’s commitment to the principles of fair employment. Harder does not discriminate regarding the terms and conditions of employment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws.

It is Harder’s policy to maintain a drug and alcohol-free work environment. Employment offers are conditional upon successfully passing a drug and alcohol test, background checks, reference checks, and as required by law, regardless of citizenship or national origin, documented proof of authorization to work in the United States.