Mechanical Estimator: Grow Your Craft in Construction

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

Job summary

Linesight is seeking a Mechanical Estimator in the United States to join our collaborative project teams. You will support development of estimates, review drawings, and help prepare basis of estimate documents.

Ideal candidates have mechanical estimating experience, familiarity with listing software and strong communication, attention to detail, and a drive to advance within construction cost management.

Qualifications

• Experience as an estimator in construction or mechanical environments.
• Experience with mechanical estimating and quantity takeoffs.
• Proficiency with estimating software (Sage Timberline, InEight, CostX).

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

Estimating experience

Quantity takeoffs

Pricing

Cost planning

Sage Timberline

InEight

CostX

Communication

Detail oriented

Collaboration

Education

Construction/Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Sage Timberline

InEight

CostX

Job description

Linesight is seeking a Mechanical Estimator in the United States to join our collaborative project teams. You will support development of estimates, review drawings, and help prepare basis of estimate documents.

Ideal candidates have mechanical estimating experience, familiarity with listing software and strong communication, attention to detail, and a drive to advance within construction cost management.