Mechanical Estimator
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Full time
Company: K2 Staffing
Salary: $
Category: Construction
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Mechanical Estimator Job OverviewThe Mechanical Estimator plays a critical role in the Commercial Pre-Construction department, reporting directly to the Chief Estimator and working closely with the Operations Team and estimating support staff. This full-time position in Houston, TX, is responsible for managing the entire estimating process for mechanical contracting projects, including bid preparation, project scope analysis, takeoffs, and vendor coordination. As a Mechanical Estimator, you will contribute to the company's reputation for excellence by ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance in all project bids.
Key Responsibilities- Manage the bid recap process from inception to completion, including drafting proposal letters and completing bid forms and breakouts for mechanical projects.
- Attend bid review meetings to ensure proposals meet project requirements and deadlines.
- Monitor and incorporate all addenda, scope changes, and breakouts into estimates on a timely basis.
- Communicate with internal teams regarding project specifications, scope, value engineering opportunities, timelines, and related bid matters.
- Verify system specification summaries to ensure accuracy in all estimates.
- Lead take-off teams during project page turns to clarify expectations, requirements, and ensure detailed take-offs.
- Conduct quantity takeoffs for equipment, fixtures, and review project plans/specifications to develop a thorough understanding of project scope.
- Identify missing pricing or details related to labor, scope, and materials and resolve discrepancies.
- Review vendor and subcontractor scope letters, ensuring accuracy and completeness, while fostering positive relations with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.
- Coordinate pre-construction activities between sales and estimating to optimize resources and achieve departmental goals.
- Utilize market knowledge, customer needs, and competition analysis to inform estimating strategies and meet workload demands.
- Develop and manage departmental processes to maximize productivity and minimize risk.
- Work under broad supervision, exercising independent judgment and initiative in daily tasks.
- Perform additional duties as needed to support departmental objectives.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical contracting as an estimator or in a similar role.
- Comprehensive knowledge of piping, plumbing, and sheet metal systems.
- Experience with system cost estimation for various applications and building types.
- Ability to produce conceptual estimates for design-build projects and budgets based on mechanical narratives.
- Experience participating in construction project interviews and presentations.
- Strong understanding of how corporate objectives influence estimating strategies and contract types.
- Ability to interpret contractual documents, project plans, and specifications accurately.
- Relevant coursework or experience in basic mechanical systems and engineering concepts.
- Proficiency with computerized estimating systems, such as ESTMEP for PVF take-offs and BlueBeam for drawing analysis.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for estimate preparation and analysis.
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Career advancement and training opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life and disability insurance
Houston, TX offers a thriving commercial construction market and a vibrant professional community, making it an excellent location for mechanical estimators seeking career growth and diverse project experience.
Equal Employment OpportunityThis employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and complies with all applicable laws regarding nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.