Lead Estimator

At MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions (“MacMiller”) we make buildings work better. As the Northwest’s leading mechanical contracting firm, we design, deliver and service HVAC, plumbing and automation system solutions for commercial buildings. With our over 1500 employees across 15 offices, there is a breadth and variety of work to keep you engaged and inspired.  

We enjoy a well-respected history of exceeding our customers’ expectations and executing with distinction. Our clients trust their toughest projects with our integrated teams, including:  

• New construction – Engineering, fabrication and installation of mechanical systems for new projects following lean construction practices  
• Special projects – Retrofits and mechanical repairs for existing buildings for new efficiencies  
• Service - scheduled preventative maintenance ensuring tenant comfort, and 24/7 emergency response  
• Building performance – Control systems, fault detection, energy services and remote monitoring  

People love to work at MacDonald-Miller, and it’s because we all share the same Core Culture Values:  

• Collaboration – Diverse players, one team, a common vision. Collaboration is our foundation and critical to the success of the company. Every team member is valued and brings a diversity of strengths to help us meet our common vision. 
• Dedication – We are dedicated to personal and professional excellence. We execute with distinction by doing the right thing and following through on our commitments.  
• Safety – Everyone deserves a safe workplace. Safety is more than hardhats and boots, it’s an attitude and the environment we create. Every day, everyone goes home to their families.  
• Community – We are proud to be part of MacDonald-Miller. We actively seek to build relationships and know each other as individuals. Together we create an environment that is welcoming, caring, and trusting.  
• Innovation – We are committed to continuous, creative problem solving. Innovation is how we stay an industry leader. We always strive to challenge and better ourselves. 
• Fun! – Take the work seriously, but never take ourselves too seriously. It’s possible to be both serious professionals and good-natured people you enjoy working with. We strive to be both.

Requirements

Lead Estimator: This is where you come in. 

We’re looking for a Lead Estimator to manage a group of professionals in the development of complete and accurate assessments of a projects total mechanical cost. You will implement procedures for the continuous improvement of the estimating process through advancing technology and methods. As a leader you will be responsible for the training and professional development of individual team members.

A Lead Estimator will display effective communication and collaboration with internal and external customers.  You will ensure that estimates are completed accurately, thoroughly, and on-time with all required deliverables.  You will provide mentorship, training, and development of team members. You will exercise a practical understanding of means & methods, market sectors, and MMFS approach to business through estimating application and team education.   You will assist in the development, maintenance, and implementation of tools and processes used, and supported by, the Estimating team.

Top deliverables in the first year to be a hero: 

• Ensure that all assigned estimates are completed accurately, thoroughly, and on time with all required deliverables.
• Develop, manage, and apply metrics for the department and the sales team.
• Exercise working knowledge on applicable estimating reso