Mechanical Estimator

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Mechanical Estimator Job Description

Prepare cost estimates for specific disciplines and provide business support to senior staff. You will conduct budget and market estimates, and trade reconciliations while utilizing project documentation, industry standards, and current market costs.

• Analyze blueprints and other documents to prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Perform accurate quantity takeoffs from available design documents.
• Understand union and trade construction cost standards.
• Develop final 'should cost' estimates to validate trade cost submissions and ensure fair pricing.
• Reconcile trade bid submissions with project scope, market conditions, and budget.
• Adapt to a fast-paced environment and respond effectively to change.
• Source accurate and current pricing data from contractors, suppliers, and databases.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers to understand project scope and build strong relationships with A/E firms and project teams.
• Support senior staff in identifying efficiency improvements.
• Maintain organized project documentation and file structures in accordance with company standards.
• Support cost data library.
• Prepare cost reconciliations between multiple estimates and explain cost variances.
• Perform site walks as needed at the client site.

• 5-10 years of experience as an estimator in Manufacturing and/or Mechanical/Electrical/Process Piping contractor.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or equivalent discipline experience.
• Proficient in IT tools including Microsoft Windows OS, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, and web-based platforms.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

• Candidates must be versed in bid evaluations.
• Candidates should be well-versed in take-offs and RS Means.
• Association with either MCAA or SMACNA is preferred.

The role is increasingly team-oriented and currently remote. The job site is located in the Greenbriar Industrial Park, and candidates will need to be based in the Huntsville area for occasional trips to the site. Quarterly travel to Indianapolis, IN for remote candidates should be expected. The position offers the opportunity to support high-profile projects in Alabama, including the new Eli Lilly Facility.

There is potential for growth within the organization, with benefits including 3 weeks of accrued PTO and 7 holidays.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntsville, AL.

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully remote position.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

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