Mechanical Estimator

Estimator (Mechanical)

Mechanical Solutions, Inc. (MSI)

Full Time

St. Louis, MO

We are looking for an experienced Duct/Piping Estimator responsible for providing complete, accurate, well‑defined, and timely estimates. The Estimator will meet the needs of internal and external customers and achieve total customer satisfaction. The Estimator ensures all estimates are executed in accordance with the company’s policies, including contract documents, budget, schedule, safety, quality control and customer satisfaction.

• Estimate all assigned projects, ensuring take‑offs, labor factors and material pricing is accurate and complies with MSI’s latest estimating process.
• Call for special material pricing, equipment quotes and subcontractor quotes as necessary to support an estimate with current cost information.
• Clarify with general contractor, architect, owner, or engineer any discrepancies related to the drawings or specifications.
• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required content of estimate.
• Prepare disciplined estimates by calculating complete take‑off of scope of work.
• Determine general conditions, fabrication costs, crew rates, etc.
• Prepare final estimate sheets and bid forms as required.
• Maintain files of working documents as backup for estimate figures, including current accurate pricing from suppliers.
• Participate in pre‑construction meetings and relay all pertinent information to the project manager and purchasing. Walk jobsites and attend pre‑ and post‑job reviews.
• Communicate with employees, vendors and subcontractors with the highest level of integrity, ethics and honesty.
• Support other department personnel as necessary.
• Some travel may be required.

• Self‑motivated.
• Thoughtful and confident decision making and high ethical standards.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism.
• Problem‑solving skills and the ability to think and react quickly under pressure.
• Service‑oriented approach in working with technical and non‑technical business owners and different personality types.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of organization.
• Reliable, dependable and professional.
• 5+ years of experience in HVAC, PIPING and ESTIMATING.
• Able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Technical knowledge of piping and sheet metal estimating.
• Design‑Build experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, inspection reports, etc.
• Significant knowledge of construction methods as well as an understanding of municipalities and the permit processes.
• Proficient in HVAC estimating software (Trimble MEP preferred / Quick Pen preferred).
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and tasks at a time.
• Ability to meet sensitive timelines.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office suite including MS Excel.
• Must be able to pass pre‑ and random drug tests; MSI is a drug‑free workplace.

• Competitive Annual Salary:
  Based on qualifications, skills, training, experience and location.
• Discretionary Annual Bonus:
  Subject to company performance and individual contribution.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including: medical, dental and vision plans, 401(k) match, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more.

Mechanical Solutions, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.

Mechanical Solutions, Inc. is a background screening, drug‑free workplace. These requirements will be partial determination of final result in hiring.