Junior Mechanical Estimator: Grow in Preconstruction

GreenBridge; Texas; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GreenBridge is seeking a Junior Mechanical Estimator to join its preconstruction team. This role focuses on developing early estimates for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems on large commercial and mission-critical projects.

You will review drawings, perform takeoffs, assist with bid packages, and work with senior estimators to learn cost planning and value engineering in a fast-paced environment. Ideal for someone building a career in mechanical estimating within construction.

Qualifications

• Some experience in mechanical estimating, ideally within commercial construction.
• Exposure to HVAC, plumbing, piping or wider mechanical construction scopes.
• Understanding of construction drawings and mechanical systems.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs or assisting with cost estimates.
• Exposure to estimating software such as Bluebeam, Accubid, Trimble or similar.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work within a team and manage deadlines in a fast paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing mechanical estimates across a range of construction projects.
• Review construction drawings, specifications and contract documents.
• Complete quantity takeoffs for HVAC, plumbing, piping and associated mechanical systems.
• Assist with obtaining and reviewing subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Support the preparation of bid packages, scope sheets and cost breakdowns.
• Help identify scope gaps, potential risks and cost saving opportunities.
• Work alongside senior estimators, preconstruction and project management teams.
• Support budgeting, cost planning and value engineering activities.
• Develop an understanding of project costs from initial design through to bid and award.

Skills

Estimating experience

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Deadline management

Tools

Bluebeam

Accubid

Trimble

Job description

GreenBridge is seeking a Junior Mechanical Estimator to join its preconstruction team. This role focuses on developing early estimates for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems on large commercial and mission-critical projects.

You will review drawings, perform takeoffs, assist with bid packages, and work with senior estimators to learn cost planning and value engineering in a fast-paced environment. Ideal for someone building a career in mechanical estimating within construction.