Senior Process Mechanical Estimator - Water
The Haskell Company · Frisco, TX · 1 wk ago
HybridEngineeringFull-time
Job Responsibilities
- Evaluate P&IDs, mechanical equipment schedules, process piping layouts, and construction sequencing
- Develop project budgets and competitive bid proposals
- Perform risk assessments and identify potential cost or schedule impacts
- Support value-engineering efforts to optimize project performance and cost
- Apply strong technical knowledge of process mechanical systems, including pumps, piping, valves, chemical feed systems, aeration, grit removal, and other treatment equipment
- Utilize estimating software and construction methodologies to produce accurate, detailed estimates
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients
- Maintain strong organizational and analytical practices to ensure thorough and accurate project documentation
- Review and interpret construction documents, including P&IDs, mechanical drawings, specifications, and equipment schedules for water/wastewater treatment projects and/or industrial water projects
- Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for process mechanical systems (pumps, piping, valves, chemical feed, aeration, tanks, basins, etc.)
- Develop accurate material, labor, and equipment cost estimates for new-construction treatment facilities and major process upgrades
- Solicit, scope, and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals to ensure alignment with project requirements
- Prepare complete bid packages, including pricing summaries, clarifications, exclusions, and risk assessments
- Participate in constructability reviews and collaborate with engineering, operations, and project management to ensure accurate assumptions
- Support value-engineering efforts by identifying cost-saving alternatives without compromising design intent or performance
- Track historical cost data to support continuous improvement of estimating accuracy
- Assist preconstruction and project teams during handoff, procurement, and early planning phases as needed
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or accredited construction-related curriculum
- A minimum of 5 years of estimating experience preferred or 15 years of relevant experience in the construction industry
Education/Experience
- Professional experience estimating process mechanical scopes for water/wastewater treatment facility construction and/or industrial water projects
- Working knowledge of treatment processes and major equipment types, including clarifiers, blowers, pumps, chemical feed systems, aeration, and solids handling
- Estimating software experience required, Beck Destini Estimator and FastPIPE preferred
- Proficiency with construction estimating software and Excel-based estimating tools
- Strong understanding of construction means and methods for mechanical installation, including rigging, piping, equipment setting, and startup requirements
- Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with vendors, subcontractors, engineers, and internal teams
- Experience with Design-Build and CMAR (Construction Manager at Risk) project delivery methods
- Proven computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with Revit and Navisworks preferred
Benefits
At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more.
Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements
- While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations;
- The ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds;
- Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information.
- The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.