Mechanical Estimator

JCM Associates; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym/fitness center

Job summary

JCM Associates is seeking a full-time, experienced Mechanical Estimator to perform comprehensive take-offs for budgets, bids, and design-build proposals. The role involves reviewing specs, coordinating with the Bid Team, and delivering accurate cost data tied to your take-offs.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years in commercial P-V-F and HVAC take-offs, hands-on experience with QuoteSoft or OST software, and strong MS Excel skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of take-off experience in commercial P-V-F and mechanical HVAC systems.
• Hands-on experience with QuoteSoft or other on-screen takeoff (OST) software.
• Solid working knowledge of HVAC systems, components, and how they come together.
• Comfort with MS Office, especially Excel.
• Ability to set priorities and hit bid due dates independently.
• Sharp attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform full quantitative and detailed material take-offs of P-V-F and equipment for budgets, pre-construction proposals, hard bids, negotiated bids, and design-build proposals.
• Review specifications and drawings, and participate in internal pre-bid meetings.
• Coordinate the estimating effort on assigned bids, working directly with the Bid Team.
• Provide accurate documentation and backup files for every estimate per company standards.
• Interface with the Bid Team to deliver cost data from take-offs.
• Fill in gaps and use sound judgment when drawings or specs are incomplete.

Skills

Take-off experience

HVAC knowledge

MS Excel

Bid management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

QuoteSoft/OST software

Job description

JCM Associates is looking for a full-time experienced Mechanical Estimator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full quantitative and detailed material take-offs of P-V-F and equipment for budgets, pre-construction proposals, hard bids, negotiated bids, and design-build proposals


• Review of specifications and drawings, and participation in internal pre-bid meetings


• Coordination of the estimating effort on your assigned bids, working directly with the Bid Team


• Accurate documentation and backup files for every estimate, per company standards


• Direct interface with the Bid Team to deliver cost data from your take-offs


• Filling in gaps and using sound judgment when drawings or specs are incomplete

Qualifications:

• 3-5+ years of take-off experience in commercial P-V-F and mechanical HVAC systems


• Hands‑on experience with QuoteSoft or other on-screen takeoff (OST) software


• Solid working knowledge of HVAC systems, components, and how they come together


• Comfort with MS Office, especially Excel


• Ability set priorities, and hit bid due dates independently


• Sharp attention to detail and strong communication skills


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (starts after 90 days)


• 401(k) with company match


• Advancement and Career Growth opportunities


• On‑site gym/fitness center, wellness programs, and company social events