Mechanical & Piping Estimation - Global Facilities

Burns & Mcdonnell; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Burns & Mcdonnell Mumbai office seeks a Mechanical & Piping Estimator to prepare detailed bottoms-up estimates for mechanical, piping, HVAC, and related systems. You will study design documents, perform quantity take-offs, and develop comprehensive BOEs for internal uses and EPC proposals.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Kansas City estimating team, with emphasis on accuracy, database input, and adherence to corporate estimating guidelines. Strong software proficiency is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5–10+ years of direct estimating experience in mechanical & piping scopes.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed direct cost estimates for mechanical, piping, HVAC, utility, and related systems.
• Study design documents, perform quantity take-offs, price estimates, and draft Bases of Estimate (BOE).
• Collaborate with KC-based Estimating/Preconstruction teams to align scope and methodology.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and maintain historical cost data for future estimates.

Skills

Bottoms-up estimating

Quantity take-offs

InEight Estimating

P&ID interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Bluebeam

InEight Estimating

QuoteSoft

Job description

Position Summary

The Mechanical & Piping Estimator (Levels 09-11) will be responsible for preparing detailed, internal \"bottoms-up\" estimates for mechanical, piping, HVAC, utility, and process systems to support engineering-only efforts, early feasibility studies, and Construction Design-Build / EPC estimates and proposals. The successful candidate will study design documents, perform detailed quantity take-offs, price estimates, and author comprehensive Bases of Estimate (BOE).

This position requires close, seamless collaboration with the larger Estimating and Preconstruction team members based in Kansas City (KC). This is an internally focused position with little to no external subcontractor or vendor contact.

Responsibilities

Internal Bottoms-Up Estimating: Develop detailed \"bottoms-up\" direct cost estimates—including material, labor, productivity rates, and equipment for process piping, utility piping, HVAC, hydronic, compressed air, steam, chilled water, and mechanical equipment systems scopes of work.

Design & Narrative Analysis: Thoroughly study, analyze, and understand design documents, engineering drawings, blueprints, technical specifications, and project narratives.

Quantity Take-offs (QTO): Perform highly accurate, detailed quantity take-offs from early-stage conceptual sketches through fully detailed construction drawings using software such as On-Screen Takeoff or Bluebeam.

Software Integration: Utilize and input take-off quantities, pricing data, and historical cost data into estimating databases and tools, with a strong preference for InEight Estimating software.

Basis of Estimate (BOE) Development: Take an integral role in writing and organizing the \"Basis of Estimate\" (BOE) for assigned Mechanical and Piping scopes. Clearly outline core assumptions, clarifications, and exclusions, particularly where design documents are incomplete, vague, or in early stages (Class 5, 4, or 3 estimates).

Cross-Geographic Collaboration: Partner daily with remote project teams and Estimating/Preconstruction counterparts in the Kansas City (KC) headquarters & Regional Offices (RO's) to ensure alignment on scope, methodology, and schedule.

Internal Team Reviews: Participate actively in internal project estimate reviews, validating quantity variances, pricing structures, and potential scope gaps.

Value Engineering Assistance: Identify, analyze, and propose alternative construction materials, methodologies, or options to support value engineering and cost optimization.

Historical Database Support: Support the upkeep and organization of historical cost data, software libraries, and estimating templates to refine future estimating accuracy.

Compliance & Methodology: Ensure all estimates comply strictly with corporate estimating guidelines, class-definition standards, and quality control procedures.

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Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline. (Equivalent direct experience may be considered in lieu of degree).

Experience: Typically 5 to 10+ years of direct project estimating experience, specifically focused on Mechanical & Piping scopes for major industrial facilities, power plants, mission-critical centers, or large commercial projects. Ability to interpret and analyze P&IDs, PFDs, equipment layouts, isometrics, BIM models, drawings, and specifications. (Level 09-11).

Estimation Expertise: Proven track record of compiling detailed \"bottoms-up\" estimates rather than just factoring. Deep understanding of labor productivity, equipment types, and industrial construction materials.

Technical Writing: Exceptional capability to write professional, structured, and technically sound \"Basis of Estimate\" documents that articulate project parameters and assumptions clearly.

Software Proficiency: Advanced skills with Microsoft Office. Strong experience with industrial estimating software is required, with InEight Estimating highly preferred. Experience with other platforms (such as QuoteSoft) is beneficial.

Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal English communication and presentation skills are critical to bridge the time-zone differences and coordinate effectively with Kansas City teams.Effectively manage multiple estimate and proposal assignments simultaneously while balancing competing priorities and deadlines.

Analytical Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with a keen attention to detail.

Teamwork: Ability to work independently with minimal day-to-day oversight while functioning as an indispensable, remote extension of a highly collaborative US-based team.