Mechanical Estimator

Jobot; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking experienced professionals for permanent roles in the Denver Metro Area, including Mechanical Estimator, Senior Mechanical Estimator, and Preconstruction Manager. You will lead bid development, cost analysis, and coordination with project teams on complex commercial mechanical projects.

Expect a collaborative environment with growth opportunities, exposure to high-value contracts, and access to advanced estimating tools.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience managing multiple, simultaneous projects.
• Strong skills in reading and understanding drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Ability to accurately compile a summary of materials, equipment, and labor costs.
• Understanding of construction field conditions, means and methods, and project schedules.
• Experience with Quickpen / Autobid software is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and Bluebeam is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Soliciting, evaluating, and preparing bid proposals in the most attractive manner to general contractors and owners.
• Reading and understanding drawings, specifications, and bid documents to accurately compile a summary of materials, equipment, and labor costs.
• Managing multiple, simultaneous projects, ensuring that all deadlines are met and that all work is completed to the highest standard.
• Collaborating with other team members to ensure that all project requirements are met and that all work is completed on schedule.
• Utilizing Quickpen / Autobid software to create detailed and accurate project estimates.
• Using Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and Bluebeam to communicate with team members, track project progress, and create detailed reports.

Skills

Reading drawings

Bid documents

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Quickpen

Autobid

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Teams

Bluebeam

Job description

Salary: $100,000 - $150,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a leading mechanical contracting and engineering company with a strong presence across the region. They specialize in commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, and building systems, delivering complex projects across healthcare, education, commercial, industrial, and other high-profile markets. With a long-standing reputation for quality craftsmanship, safety, and innovation, they provide employees with the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside experienced industry professionals.

Why join us

• Work on complex, high-value commercial projects across multiple markets.
• Join an established and respected mechanical contractor with a strong industry reputation.
• Opportunities for career advancement, professional development, and long-term growth.
• Collaborative team environment that values quality, safety, and craftsmanship.
• Competitive compensation and benefits with the opportunity to build a long-term career.

Job Details

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Mechanical Estimator, Sr. Mechanical Estimator, and Preconstruction Manager for one of our clients in the Denver Metro Area. These are permanent positions that offer the opportunity to work on exciting mechanical construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Soliciting, evaluating, and preparing bid proposals in the most attractive manner to general contractors and owners.
• Reading and understanding drawings, specifications, and bid documents to accurately compile a summary of materials, equipment, and labor costs.
• Managing multiple, simultaneous projects, ensuring that all deadlines are met and that all work is completed to the highest standard.
• Collaborating with other team members to ensure that all project requirements are met and that all work is completed on schedule.
• Utilizing Quickpen / Autobid software to create detailed and accurate project estimates.
• Using Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and Bluebeam to communicate with team members, track project progress, and create detailed reports.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience managing multiple, simultaneous projects.
• Strong skills in reading and understanding drawings, specifications, and bid documents.
• Ability to accurately compile a summary of materials, equipment, and labor costs.
• Understanding of construction field conditions, means and methods, and project schedules.
• Experience with Quickpen / Autobid software is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Teams, and Bluebeam is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred.

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