Estimator; Mechanical Contractor

Estimator (Mechanical Contractor)

$100000 - $150000 per year | Bensenville, IL | On-Site | Permanent

You’ll partner closely with preconstruction, engineering/BIM/VDC, and operations to develop winning proposals and ensure a smooth turnover to project delivery.

• Competitive base salary + annual bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off and company holidays
• Industry training (e.g., MCAA/ASPE), modern software stack (Bluebeam, takeoff/estimating tools), and professional growth opportunities
• Supportive culture focused on safety, quality, and client satisfaction

• Estimate mechanical scopes—perform detailed takeoffs (sheet metal and piping), review plans/specs/addenda, and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
• Build complete proposals—assemble scope letters with clear inclusions/exclusions, alternates, and clarifications; prepare bid forms and breakout pricing.
• Coordinate vendors & subs—solicit quotes, compare proposals, vet scope coverage, and cultivate competitive pricing.
• Engage in pre-bid activities—attend walkthroughs, RFIs, and strategy meetings; identify risks, logistics constraints, and value-engineering options.
• Collaborate cross-functionally—work with BIM/VDC, fabrication/pre‑fab, and operations to validate constructability, phasing, and labor planning.
• Handoff for execution—lead an organized turnover to project management; support estimate-to-budget alignment and early buyout.
• Improve the system—maintain historical cost data; recommend process enhancements, productivity factors, and market benchmarks.

• 3–7+ years of mechanical estimating for a mechanical contractor (HVAC/piping focus).
• Ability to interpret plans/specs for commercial, healthcare, education, government, light industrial, and lab/clean environments.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam and Excel; experience with estimating platforms (e.g., FastPIPE/FastDUCT, Trimble/Accubid, Quote Soft) is a plus.
• Familiarity with labor units and standards (e.g., MCAA/SMACNA), and a working knowledge of relevant codes and typical mechanical systems.
• Clear, professional communication; strong organization; deadline discipline; collaborative mindset.
• Nice-to-have: exposure to design‑assist/design‑build, pre-fabrication, service estimating, and BIM/VDC coordination.

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