Estimator

Prairie Mechanical Corporation; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with employer HSA

Paid time off

Holidays

Company cell phone and laptop

Life insurance

401k with employer match

Job summary

Prairie Mechanical Corporation in Omaha, NE seeks an experienced Mechanical Estimator to prepare and manage project estimates, coordinating with subcontractors and vendors to determine labor, equipment, and material costs.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, detailed drawings interpretation, and clear communication. Proficiency with MS Office and estimating software is required to support accurate bids and timely submissions.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of mechanical estimating experience.
• Understanding of mechanical systems design and installation.
• Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating programs.
• Good time management and organization to handle multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Determine scope of work and contents of the project estimate.
• Partner with subcontractors and vendors to obtain and calculate costs of labor, equipment, and materials.
• Maintain relationships with engineers, architects, subcontractors, contractors, and vendors, suggesting adjustments to the scope as needed.
• Research previous cost data to prepare bids and assist in guidelines for future estimates.
• Analyze awarded and lost estimates to identify anomalies and opportunities for future improvement.

Skills

Reading drawings

Bid documents

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

MS Office

Estimating software

Education

College degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Estimating programs

Job description

The mechanical industry is fast paced and detailed oriented, requiring a strong team of project managers and estimators to efficiently bid and manage projects for our customers. We offer a competitive wage and benefit package that includes salary, health insurance with employer HSA match, paid time-off and holidays, company cell phone and laptop, life insurance, 401k with employer match and more!

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of mechanical estimating experience


• Possess strong understanding of mechanical systems design and installation


• Skilled in reading and understanding drawings, specifications, and bid documents


• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail


• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills


• Computer knowledge that includes Microsoft Office Suite and experience working with estimating programs


• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle and manage a variety of tasks

Job Functions

• Determine scope of work and contents of the project estimate


• Partner with subcontractors and vendors to obtain and calculate specific costs of labor, equipment, and material to prepare estimates


• Maintain positive relationships with engineers, architects, subcontractors, contractors, and vendors, suggesting adjustments as needed to the scope of projects


• Research previous cost data to prepare bids and assist in the development of guidelines for future estimates


• Analyze awarded and lost estimates to identify anomalies and opportunities for future improvement

Preferred Certificates/Licenses/Education

• College degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, construction management, or building science preferred and/or 5-10 years of experience in the Mechanical/HVAC/Plumbing (or related) industries. Additional trade school certification or internship experience is also beneficial.