Mechanical Estimator

EMCOR Services Mesa Energy; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health Savings Account / Flexible 1

Life insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

College Coach and Employee Assistance

Job summary

EMCOR Services Mesa Energy in Thousand Oaks, CA is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare full cost estimates on large, complex mechanical projects, including NAVFAC or federally funded work.

You will gather market intelligence, interpret drawings and specifications, coordinate with Estimating, Engineering and Sales, and prepare material and labor estimates. Strong writing, negotiation, and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of estimation experience, with NAVFAC or federally funded projects.
• Broad understanding of HVAC systems including Chillers, Boilers, Ductwork, RTUs, AHUs, VAVs.
• Experience with fabrication environments and construction industries.
• Strong reading of drawings and construction plans; proficient technical writing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare full cost estimates for large, complex projects.
• Gather market intelligence from buyers, end users, vendors, and sources.
• Coordinate with Estimating, Engineering, and Sales to define winning quotation strategies.
• Identify material and labor costs from approved supplier lists and origin requirements.
• Maintain documentation and ensure timely, organized completion per policy.

Skills

HVAC estimation

Negotiation

Technical writing

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Office Suite (SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems.

Job Summary

Responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full cost estimates on large and complex projects as required by the client’s documents.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Actively gather and disseminate market intelligence for each estimating job by talking directly with the buyer, the end user, vendors, and/or other sources of information.
• Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and requirements as the basis for formulating quotation strategies.
• Work with Estimating, Engineering, and Sales Departments to analyze customer requirements and develop a winning strategy for every quotation.
• Identify the optimum cost/availability of materials within the customer’s approved material supplier or country of origin list and prepare material and labor estimates used in the quotation process.
• Learn to effectively utilize all estimating documentation and electronic programs to prepare the bill of materials and labor estimate for all quotations.
• Complete all documentation on time and in an organized manner consistent with company policies and management directives.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering degree or HVAC experience.
• 4+ years' experience in estimation with a focus on NAVFAC or federally funded projects.
• An overall broad understanding of all types of Mechanical systems, such as Chillers, Boilers, Cooling Towers, primary and secondary piping, HVAC ductwork, RTUs, AHUs, and VAVs.
• Experience with tooling, machining, fabrication, or construction environments and industries.
• Must be fluent with Office Suite (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.).
• Strong technical writing skills and the ability to read and interpret drawings and/or construction plans are required for success.
• This position requires strong negotiating and organizational skills, the ability to perform detailed work promptly, follow up through order closure, and manage the order throughout the manufacturing process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Affirmative Action Policy

Please review our Affirmative Action Policy.

Compensation Range

$90,000 - $125,000 per year

Benefits

We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.