Mechanical Estimator

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The Mechanical Estimator is responsible for preparation of all levels of estimates and proposals from start to finish relating to various disciplines that are required to support field and pre-fabrication construction projects. This position will prepare and present lump sum bids, proposals, unit costs and quantities for various projects with a diverse portfolio of project types and clients.
  • Consult with clients, procurement, subcontractors, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
  • Interface with Procurement and Operations to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates.
  • Analyze historical data and provide improvement recommendations to cost estimating procedures to reduce future discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.
  • Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts.
  • Assist with analyzing completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies.
  • Responsible for compliance with estimating methodology ensuring quality estimates are produced.
  • Review DOR completion, assignments, estimating quantities, and scope of project.
  • Review small and disadvantaged business solicitations and evaluations.
  • Review subcontractor solicitations, quotes, RFP compliance, clarifications, exceptions, and evaluations.
  • Review documents for gaps and overlaps in scope of work.
  • Assemble material and labor costs for clients and proposals for construction projects.
  • Conduct solicitation and pre-qualification tasks for small and disadvantaged businesses and subcontractors.
  • Analyze and insert specialty and standard equipment and material pricing into the estimate.
  • Prepare and deliver bid packages to subcontractors.
  • Present estimating information and attend pre bid meetings.
  • Conduct subcontractor labor and market studies and make recommendations based on those results.
  • Develop project summary schedules.
  • Evaluate and condition subcontractor and supplier quotes. Develop and present estimating strategy and plan.
  • Provide preliminary pricing for indirect and general conditions.
  • Evaluate fee, contingency, and escalation and make recommendations.
  • Review plans and specifications for risk issues and propose a mitigation strategy.
  • Review commercial terms and conditions with legal counsel for cost and risk items and present concerns to lead estimator.
  • Responsible for the accuracy and validity of estimate clarifications and assumptions.
  • Analyze and price value engineering for submission.
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Complies with all policies and standards
  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field and 3+ years of direct project estimating experience 
  • Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement. 
  • Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Software experience such as Quotesoft, Accubid, Oracle, and PowerBI desired.
  • Thorough knowledge of company procedures, estimating techniques, various construction disciplines, cost control systems required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills, and attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work independently or in groups, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.
  • Listing Details

    Posted
    February 24, 2026
    First seen
    March 26, 2026
    Last seen
    April 22, 2026

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    April 23, 2026

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