Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator

A.O. Reed, a Legence company

A.O. Reed & Co. was founded in 1914, and incorporated on September 19, 1929. Since then, the company has been a leading mechanical contractor specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and service. A.O. Reed's headquarters includes offices, fabrication shops, and storage structures. A.O. Reed specializes in large commercial and industrial projects. This includes state-of-the-art hospitals and advanced laboratory buildings that serve the nation's biomedical industry.

We also construct large private facilities which include ballparks, amusement parks, and office buildings. A.O. Reed serves the public sector with numerous projects on university campuses and military facilities. A.O. Reed ensures our systems continue to run efficiently by providing the highest quality service to our customers. The key to our success is our ability to solve complex problems using our organization's collective knowledge, hands-on experience, professional expertise, and technical tools.

Our team charts new territories and delivers top-quality results. In the construction and service sectors, we never lose sight of our obligation to exceed expectations, honor our commitments, and follow our principles. A.O. Reed has set the bar high in customer satisfaction, workmanship, and integrity.

The Mechanical Estimator position is a Full-Time, in-person position located in either our San Diego or Los Angeles, CA Office. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately determining the cost of mechanical projects, including HVAC, hydronic piping, and other mechanical systems. This person will collaborate with our sales team, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed within budget and on schedule.

A.O. Reed constructs various types of projects, including hospitals, laboratories, offices, hotels, and high-rise buildings.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough reviews of project drawings, specifications, and contractual scopes of work to prepare comprehensive mechanical and piping estimates.
• Execute precise material take-offs utilizing Trimble Auto Bid for Sheet Metal and Hydronic piping (with plumbing proficiency preferred).
• Determine and allocate requirements for manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontracted services based on project scale.
• Establish and apply labor factors by evaluating site-specific conditions, work activity types, and historical performance metrics.
• Perform detailed cost studies leveraging statistical analysis, historical data, and quantity comparisons to ensure pricing accuracy.
• Obtain and analyze competitive quotes from suppliers and subcontractors to secure optimal pricing and project value.
• Lead constructability reviews and proactively resolve documentation conflicts or ambiguities that may impact the estimate.
• Facilitate formal bid reviews to finalize estimates, markups, and overall submission strategies.
• Prepare professional pricing sheets, bid forms, and formal proposal documents in Excel and Word for executive review and submittal.
• Develop and implement new techniques for piping and mechanical systems to meet unique project requirements and improve efficiency.
• Manage the estimating database and maintain meticulous records of all bids, estimates, and related correspondence.
• Partner with project managers, engineers, and subcontractors to ensure seamless communication and accurate cost assessments.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, fluctuating material costs, and emerging construction methodologies.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

There are no direct supervisory responsibilities for this role.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of dedicated experience within the construction industry.
• Five or more years of experience estimating technical commercial construction projects is strongly preferred.
• Comprehensive understanding of HVAC and piping systems.
• Exceptional communication skills with a proven ability to produce high-quality work while managing multiple competing priorities and deadlines.
• A collaborative team player capable of working effectively with minimal supervision and supporting colleagues with a positive, enthusiastic approach.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of project estimation and documentation.

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $75k - $120k (depending on experience)

About Legence Legence (Nasdaq: LGN) is a leading provider of engineering, consulting, installation, and maintenance services for mission-critical systems in buildings. The company specializes in designing, fabricating, and installing complex HVAC, process piping, and other mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systemsenhancing energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability in new and existing facilities. Legence also delivers long-term performance through strategic upgrades and holistic solutions.

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