Industrial Mechanical & Process Estimator

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and benefits

Medical, dental, life, vision

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking a Mechanical/Process Estimator to develop cost estimates for mechanical and process scopes on large industrial projects. You will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, and evaluate subcontractor bids to maintain accurate, competitive pricing.

The role requires experience with process piping, HVAC, industrial utilities, and mechanical equipment, along with strong Excel and estimating software skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering or related field preferred.
• Experience in mechanical/process estimating for industrial construction or large-scale capital projects.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, and specifications.
• Proficiency in Excel and construction estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for mechanical and process construction scopes on large-scale industrial and manufacturing projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis for process piping, mechanical equipment, HVAC, utilities, and related systems.
• Review engineering drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, specs, and bid documents to determine project requirements.
• Develop estimates for labor, materials, equipment, fabrication, installation, and subcontractor costs.
• Solicit, review, and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope completeness and pricing accuracy.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, and opportunities for value engineering.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, procurement, and construction teams through preconstruction and execution.
• Participate in design-build estimating, conceptual budgeting, bid reviews, and estimate reconciliation.
• Develop cost comparisons and evaluate alternative mechanical systems to support budgets.

Skills

Estimating

Quantity takeoffs

Bid/tender analysis

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Systems, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking a Mechanical/Process Estimator to develop cost estimates for mechanical and process scopes on large industrial projects. You will review drawings, perform quantity takeoffs, and evaluate subcontractor bids to maintain accurate, competitive pricing.

The role requires experience with process piping, HVAC, industrial utilities, and mechanical equipment, along with strong Excel and estimating software skills.