Estimator 1 & 2

RK Mission Critical provides custom-engineered modular solutions for the data and telecom industries. We’re a single source solutions provider that can handle complex and high-volume projects. We listen carefully to customer needs and have the experience to develop solutions that others can’t or won’t.

The peRKs:

RK Contributions

• Four medical plans with HSA and FSA options for you and your family
• 401(k) plan with company match that is 100% immediately vested
• Dental and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability plans available after one year
• Company provided life insurance and AD&D with options for supplemental buy-ups.
• Paid time off and holidays
• Weekly pay

In-house Programs

• Career development training for all levels through RK University
• Wellness coaching offering exercise planning, gym discounts, health screenings, program incentives up to $2,100 a year, and more.
• Fun company and team building events, and volunteering opportunities.

Partnership Programs

• Confidential counseling for personal issues, financial advice and more
• Discounts on entertainment including amusement park tickets, restaurant specials and more
• Additional discounts on products and services for life's necessities such as phone, internet and work apparel

Summary of Duties:

Estimators are responsible for working with customers, architects/engineers, subcontractors/ suppliers to plan cost factors for building projects; analyzes construction documents, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects by performing the following duties. Reports directly to the Senior Estimator and Director of Commercial Services

Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepares estimates with the proper level of detail for all design stages
• Conceptual, Schematic Design, Design Development and Construction Documents.
• Identify and fill in scope gaps per product/project requirements.
• Assists with maintaining the estimating cost data base, track past productivity rates, and track historical pricing for subcontractors to expedite budget pricing turnaround and to cross check estimate accuracy.
• Assemble bid tab with estimates, vendor quotes, and subcontractor quotes.
• Populate bid forms, pricing breakouts, and optional pricing per the product/project requirements.
• Consults with customers, architects/engineers, subcontractors, and material suppliers to discuss and formulate estimates, cost reduction options, and resolve issues.
• Clarify scope with customers, architects/engineers, and prepare proposal RFI’s.
• Studies specifications to assist the production team in planning procedures for construction on basis of starting and completion times and staffing requirements for each phase of construction.
• Researches construction documents and analyzes specifications to determine estimated costs.
• Works with the production team throughout the preconstruction process in reviewing plans and specifications for constructability issues and determining general requirements on the project.
• Creates, maintains, and manages the preconstruction / design schedule for projects.
• Has the ability to manage and track multiple preconstruction projects at once.
• Manage the subcontractor prequalification process and assure that awarded subcontractors have the proper experience and financial capabilities to perform on the project.
• Reviews design documents for proper information to receive accurate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers, and generates value engineering ideas.
• For self-performed scopes, prepare quantity take-offs and estimated costs of materials, labor, and specialty equipment per project requirements.
• Assures that self-performed estimates comply with the requirements of the project.
• Understands how to create proper bid packages and works with the design team on the information required in each package to assure complete bids and providing the production team the right information needed to start production or maintain the project schedule.
• Manages the subcontractor/vendor solicitation process, assuring that team members are part of the approval process for all bid lists
• Reviews subcontractor/ supplier bids for conformity to contract requirements and determines acceptable bids
• Works with the Senior Estimator and Director of Commercial Services in the creation of all final estimates to be given to the production and accounting team for creation of the project budgets.
• Knowledge in the following CSI master format divisions: 01 General Requirements, 05 Metals, 06 Wood-Plastics-Composites, 07 Thermal & Moisture Protection, 08 Openings, 09 Finishes, 21 Fire Suppression, 22 Plumbing, 23 HVAC, 26 Electrical, 27 Communications, and 28 Electronic Safety & Security.
• Familiarity / Proficiency with the following software or internet-based programs (training available):

o BlueBeam

o MS Visio

o OST

o MS Excel (advanced skills)

o MS Word

o MS Project (Scheduling)

o BIM 360

• Identify and document difficult/non-standard conditions.

Required Skills

• Minimum of ten (6) years commercial construction experience with a minimum of four (3) years of estimating experience.
• B.S. degree in Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field experience.
• Data center experience a big plus
• Independent sales strengths for presentations and projects pursuits
• History of successfully working internally with teams and externally with customers, Architects/Engineers, and subcontractors.
• Independent decision making.
• Initiates and maintains relationships with RKMC team and RKI employees.
• Makes authoritative decisions and recommendations having important impact on activities of the company.
• Demonstrates a high degree of creativity, foresight and mature judgment
• Determines program objectives and requirements, organizing programs and projects and developing standards and guidelines for diverse activities.

How you make Safety your top priority:

• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.
• RK Mechanical employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Mechanical Orientation, shop specific orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED/Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 10

Local Awards:

• Denver Business Journal

• #1 Denver-Area Mechanical Contractor 2014- Present
• #6 Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Company: X-Large, 2019
• #7 Denver-Area Corporate Foundation, 2020
• #7 Denver-Area Manufacturing Firm, 2020
• #14 Denver-Area Healthiest Employers, 2020
• #16 Largest Denver-Area Private Employer, 2020
• #22 Denver-Area Private-Sector Employer, 2020
• #23 Denver-Area Corporate Philanthropists, 2020

• ColoradoBiz Magazine

• #8 Top 200 Private Companies List, 2020

• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) - Rocky Mountain

• 1st Place Specialty Contractor Award of Excellence- Ascent Union Station
• 2nd Place Specialty Contractor Award of Merit- Pike Peak National Cemetery
• Accredited Quality Contractor (AQC)
• “Platinum Level” Company in STEP Safety Management System

• Platinum level ratings or higher from the ABC STEP program for nine of the past twelve consecutive years

• Colorado Manufacturing Awards

• RK Mission Critical- CMA Building and Construction Manufacturer of the Year

• Colorado Workforce Development Council

• 2020 Colorado Apprenticeship Program of the Year, Employer

National Awards:

• Engineering News Record

• 2020 ENR Mountain States Specialty Contractor of the Year
• 2019 Colorado Project of the Year Winner- Gaylord Rockies
• 2020 Office/Retail/Mixed-Use, Award of Merit: Financial House
• 2020 Cultural/Worship, Award of Merit: Denver Art Museum Sie Welcome Center
• Top 40 and highest ranked Mechanical Firm in Colorado on ENRs Top 50 Firms in Mechanical, 2020
• #8 Top 20 Firms in Sheet Metal, 2020
• #19 Top 20 Firms in Steel Erection, 2020
• #95 ENRs “The Top 600 Specialty Contractors”, 2020

• Associated Builders and Contractors

• #16 Top 200 Performers, 2020
• #2 Top 20 Plumbing/HVAC Contractors, 2020
• #5 Top 30 Electrical Contractors, 2020
• America Heart Association
• Gold Level Employer