Industrial Mechanical/Process Estimator for Large-Scale Projects

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC seeks a Mechanical/Process Estimator for large-scale industrial and manufacturing projects. The role focuses on developing detailed cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and bid evaluation.

The candidate reviews drawings and specifications, collaborates with design, engineering, procurement, and construction teams, and supports preconstruction through project execution to ensure competitive pricing.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical/process estimating for industrial construction, advanced manufacturing, or large-scale capital projects.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, and technical specifications.
• Experience soliciting, analyzing, and leveling mechanical subcontractor bids.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for mechanical and process construction on large-scale industrial projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis for piping, equipment, HVAC, utilities, and related systems.
• Review 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 mechanical subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope, pricing, and accuracy.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, 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, evaluate alternative systems, and provide recommendations to support budgets.
• Maintain estimating documentation and historical cost data for future estimates.

Skills

Estimating

Mechanical systems

Process piping

HVAC

Bid analysis

Engineering drawings

Subcontractor bids

Excel proficiency

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Building Systems

Equivalent Mechanical/Process estimating experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC seeks a Mechanical/Process Estimator for large-scale industrial and manufacturing projects. The role focuses on developing detailed cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and bid evaluation.

The candidate reviews drawings and specifications, collaborates with design, engineering, procurement, and construction teams, and supports preconstruction through project execution to ensure competitive pricing.