Estimator (Mechanical) | MSI

Msi Stl; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Health, dental, vision benefits

401K match

Life insurance

Job summary

Mechanical Solutions, Inc. in St. Louis, MO is seeking an experienced Estimator (Mechanical) to produce complete and accurate estimates for HVAC and piping projects. The role involves take-offs, supplier quotes, and bid preparation to meet project timelines.

You will collaborate with project managers and the purchasing team, travel to job sites when needed, and ensure estimates align with company policies and safety standards. A strong data-driven approach and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC, piping, and estimating.
• Strong ability to interpret blueprints, specs, and contract documents.
• Proficiency with estimating software (Trimble MEP preferred / QuickPen).
• Excellent communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Estimate all assigned projects with accurate take-offs and pricing.
• Request and compare pricing from suppliers, subcontractors, and equipment vendors.
• Clarify drawings or specs with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare final estimate sheets and bid forms for submission.
• Maintain organized back-up documents and price databases.

Skills

HVAC estimating

Piping estimating

Blueprint interpretation

MS Office

Tools

Trimble MEP

QuickPen

MS Excel

Job description

Estimator (Mechanical)

Mechanical Solutions (MSI)

Full Time

St. Louis, MO

About Us

Mechanical Solutions is a certified union MBE mechanical contractor that brings over 20 years of expertise to the St. Louis area. Our focus is on enhancing the comfort and quality of living and working environments. Committed to fostering enduring client and community relationships, we prioritize clear and honest communication. Our expert team, comprising skilled sheet metal workers and pipefitters, is equipped to elevate your project in even the most challenging conditions. Thanks to our recently expanded, climate‑controlled warehouse, our fabrication capabilities have significantly grown, ensuring the use of the highest quality materials. At the heart of Mechanical Solutions are our core values: efficiency, teamwork, safety, responsiveness, quality, and ethics. We guarantee to execute all projects safely and promptly, ensuring cost‑effectiveness for our clients. Our comprehensive customer services span from estimates, design, fabrication, installation, all the way to close‑out.

The Role

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

Responsibilities

• Estimate all assigned projects, ensuring that take-off's, labor factors and material pricing is accurate and in compliance with Mechanical Solutions, Inc'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 as they relate 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 back‑up for estimate figures, including current (accurate) information on pricing from suppliers
• Participate in pre‑construction meetings and relays all pertinent information to the project manager and purchasing. Walks jobsites and attends 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.

Qualifications

• 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 is 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 / QuickPen 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 software
• We are a drug free work place, must be able to pass pre and random drug tests

Why Mechanical Solutions, Inc.

Mechanical Solutions is committed to an inclusive and safe work environment that makes people feel connected and reach their full potential. We work with people that are committed to a diverse and welcoming environment that all can feel connected and see themselves represented at every level of our Company. We strive to be Leaders in the communities that we do business. We are one of the fastest growing construction firms in the nation, and continue to grow year after year. If You are set to take your career to the next level…

Benefits Package

• Career Advancement - Our company believes in promoting within.
• Benefits Package - Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, Life Insurance, and more!
• Headquarters Highlights - In-Office Gym, Personal Training Classes, Yoga Classes, Massage Therapist, Game Room
• Company Culture - We have a fun and lively work atmosphere! We promote Work-Life Balance, Safety, sponsor Team Activities, promote Physical and Mental Health.
• Mechanical Solutions, Inc. is one of the Fastest‑Growing Contractors in St. Louis.
• Mechanical Solutions, Inc. is part of the largest MBE Construction Firm in St. Louis.
• DID YOU KNOW MSI is Ranked #34 Top Data Center Construction Firms - BD+C!
• DID YOU KNOW MSI is Ranked #74 Top Healthcare Construction Firms - BD+C!
• DID YOU KNOW MSI works on creative, complex, award‑winning, high‑profile, hyper scale, mission critical data center facilities!
• MSI has job sites Nationwide!
• MSI offers GREAT BENEFITS for their employees and families.
• Come be a part of our exciting growth!

Compensation & Benefits

• 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, 401k, 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. Both of these requirements will be partial determination of final result in hiring.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.