Commercial Mechanical Estimator

About the role

We are seeking a results-oriented Commercial Mechanical Estimator with progressive estimating experience in mechanical construction. Join an area mechanical contractor with 50+ years delivering HVAC piping, Process Piping, sheet metal, and full lifecycle mechanical services for k-12 schools, universities, military buildings and more.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Sheet Metal, Plumbing, HVAC piping, and Process Piping estimates
• Lead the mechanical portion of estimates and ensure that scopes are coordinated and complete
• Solicit subcontractors during the bidding process and organize information post-bid for future reference
• Review and understand narratives, plans and specifications to ensure alignment between pricing and the scope of work
• Communicate with project leads to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal clients and subcontractors/vendors
• Prepare scopes of work for subcontractors and suppliers and coordinate scopes of work across disciplines
• Maintain files of working documents as back-up for estimate figures, including current information on prices from suppliers
• Supports other department personnel as required
• Maintain library of project job costs for use in future project estimates
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction
• Attend pre-bid meetings and/or tour job sites to confirm requisite take-offs

Requirements

• 3-5+ years Commercial Mechanical estimating experience
• Proficiency reading blueprints, specifications, and mechanical details
• Trimble AutoBid experience a plus

Skills

• Familiarity with HVAC equipment, chillers, rooftop units, pumps, VAV/controls, and piping systems
• Strong analytical skills
• Organized documentation
• Estimating software literacy
• Coachable
• Detail-oriented
• Team-focused

Benefits

• Health insurance
• 401(k)
• Vacation
• Paid holidays
• Full-service mechanical workload with deeper scope than pure HVAC reps
• Stable backlog and diverse project pipeline
• Opportunity for growth and preconstruction leadership

Pay

• Competitive salary
• Competitive pay with benefits and retirement match