Mechanical Estimator – Process Piping

Jobtailor; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 75.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Jobtailor seeks an experienced estimator to lead self-performed mechanical piping estimates across multiple regions in industrial markets including chemical, petrochemical, refining, power generation and pharma. You will develop take-offs from P&IDs, isometrics, layouts and specifications, and prepare detailed narratives with labor assumptions and contingencies.

You will support Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build and EPC delivery, evaluate labor productivity, coordinate with operations and

Qualifikationen

• Experience estimating self-performed mechanical and piping scopes across multiple U.S. regions in industrial markets.
• Strong background estimating Greenfield and brownfield projects, plant expansions, revamps, outages.
• Experience supporting Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, EPC and negotiated project delivery.
• Expert knowledge of industrial piping systems, including carbon steel, stainless, sanitary piping, plastics.
• Understanding of labor productivity, weld processes, NDE, and site safety practices (OSHA).
• Ability to prepare detailed estimate narratives, labor assumptions and contingency recommendations.
• Proficiency with estimation platforms and take-off tools (e.g., Trimble Autobid, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected).

Aufgaben

• Lead estimating efforts for self-performed mechanical piping scopes.
• Perform accurate quantity take-offs from P&IDs, isometrics, layouts, and specs.
• Identify labor-driven risks and quantify productivity impacts.
• Collaborate with operations, field leadership, project management, engineering and procurement.
• Mentor junior estimators and take-off staff.
• Support preconstruction meetings, site walks, and client presentations.
• Work effectively in remote or hybrid estimating environments.

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Proven experience estimating self‑performed mechanical and piping scopes across multiple U.S. regions in industrial markets such as Chemical and petrochemical, refining and midstream, power generation, food & beverage and sanitary process systems, pharmaceutical, biotech, and advanced manufacturing.
• Strong background estimating Greenfield and brownfield projects, plant expansions, revamps, and live‑plant work, shutdowns and short‑duration industrial outages.
• Experience supporting Design‑Bid‑Build, Design‑Build, EPC, and negotiated project delivery methods.
• Expert knowledge of industrial piping systems, including carbon steel, stainless steel, chrome/moly, alloy steels, sanitary and hygienic piping systems, plastic and lined piping (PVC, CPVC, HDPE, FRP).
• Strong understanding of piping fabrication vs. field erection trade‑offs, weld processes, NDE, documentation requirements, pipe supports, specialty valves, and packaged equipment tie‑ins.
• Perform accurate quantity take‑offs from P&IDs, isometrics, layouts, and specifications for projects located in multiple states.
• Incorporate constructability, congestion, and sequencing impacts into labor productivity.
• Proficiency with estimating and take‑off platforms such as Trimble Autobid, or equivalent on‑screen take‑off software, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected / Trade Tapp.
• Ability to interpret 3D models (Navisworks, etc.) preferred.
• Strong understanding of contract structures, including lump sum, GMP, unit rate, and T&M.
• Ability to identify and quantify labor‑driven risks such as productivity loss, staffing constraints, schedule compression, and owner‑driven operational restrictions.
• Prepare detailed estimate narratives, labor assumptions and productivity basis, exclusions, clarifications, and contingency recommendations.
• Participate in internal risk reviews and executive pricing approvals for projects occurring simultaneously in different states.
• Highly effective working in a remote or hybrid estimating environment, maintaining productivity, accuracy, and schedule adherence without direct onsite supervision.
• Experienced collaborating with geographically distributed teams of estimators, operations leaders, and project stakeholders using virtual meeting platforms and shared estimating systems.
• Comfortable leading or contributing to estimates across multiple regions while ensuring consistency in labor assumptions, pricing strategy, and risk posture.
• Capable of supporting limited travel requirements for site walks and constructability reviews, pre‑bid meetings and client presentations, and key project kickoff or risk review milestones.
• Travel availability aligned with monthly to quarterly needs, depending on project requirements.
• Lead estimating efforts for self‑performed mechanical piping scopes.
• Mentor junior estimators and take‑off staff.
• Coordinate closely with operations and field leadership, project management, engineering and procurement.
• Support preconstruction meetings, site walks, and client presentations.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA requirements and industrial safety best practices.
• Experience incorporating site‑specific safety programs into labor and cost models.
• Understanding of QA/QC requirements related to piping fabrication and installation.
• Highly analytical with a strong command of labor cost drivers.
• Detail‑oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Clear communicator capable of defending estimates internally and externally.
• Comfortable operating in fast‑paced, competitive environments.

Certifications & Qualifications

• OSHA certification