Mechanical Estimator

Linesight; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Linesight in Lansdale, PA is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to develop and support project estimates across mechanical scopes. You will prepare estimates, review drawings, and coordinate with project teams to ensure accurate cost planning.

You will research local labor, material, and equipment rates, support risk analysis, and contribute to value engineering. Excellent communication and attention to detail are essential in this collaborative role.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Estimator, preferably in construction or mechanical environments.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of estimate plans and coordinate estimate information with the project team.
• Assist with the development of project estimates across mechanical scopes.
• Prepare and maintain estimate documentation, including the Basis of Estimate and supporting cost information.
• Review project information, drawings and specifications to identify scope, cost and quantity requirements.
• Assist with estimate risk analysis and provide input on cost contingencies.
• Research and maintain current local labor, material and equipment rates for use in estimates.
• Support value engineering and cost-saving opportunities throughout the estimating process.
• Work collaboratively with project teams, clients, contractors and other stakeholders.
• Continue developing your estimating knowledge and understanding of construction costs and market conditions.

Skills

Estimator experience

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

Degree or Diploma in Construction/Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Sage Timberline

InEight

CostX

Job description

Overview

As a Mechanical Estimator at Linesight, you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams, building your industry knowledge and developing your estimating skillset. You will gain exposure to exciting projects, work alongside experienced professionals, and be supported in taking on increasing responsibility as you progress in your career.

You will have the opportunity to learn from industry leaders, develop your technical and commercial skills, and contribute to projects that make a real impact. For us, lasting trusted relationships are everything, both with our teams and our clients.

In this role you will:

• Support the development of estimate plans and coordinate estimate information with the project team
• Assist with the development of project estimates across mechanical scopes
• Prepare and maintain estimate documentation, including the Basis of Estimate and supporting cost information
• Review project information, drawings and specifications to identify scope, cost and quantity requirements
• Assist with estimate risk analysis and provide input on cost contingencies
• Research and maintain current local labor, material and equipment rates for use in estimates
• Support value engineering and cost-saving opportunities throughout the estimating process
• Work collaboratively with project teams, clients, contractors and other stakeholders
• Continue developing your estimating knowledge and understanding of construction costs and market conditions

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Have experience working as an Estimator, ideally within a construction or mechanical environment
• Have experience with mechanical estimating, quantity takeoffs, pricing or cost planning
• Have experience using estimating systems such as Sage Timberline, InEight, CostX, or similar platforms
• Have a degree, diploma or comparable experience in construction, engineering or a related discipline
• Are interested in developing your career within construction estimating and cost management
• Are an excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing
• Are detail-oriented and quality-focused
• Thrive on building strong relationships with your team and clients through a shared purpose, openness and collaboration

All interviews are conducted either in person or virtually with video required.

The salary range for this role is between $80,000 and $120,000 but actual salary is dependent on skill set, education and experience