Mechanical Estimator II - Employee-Owned Growth

Southland Industries Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal/

Training & development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking a skilled Mechanical Estimator to prepare preliminary budgets and detailed estimates for small to medium projects. You will analyze drawings, perform take-offs, price units, and coordinate with vendors.

The role requires 3+ years in mechanical estimating, strong communication, and solid knowledge of cost data, drawings, and spreadsheet tools. Join a leading MEP firm known for growth, stability, and employee ownership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering preferred, or trade school or equivalent combination of technical training and or related experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical construction estimating
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid analytical skills
• Solid ability to interpret computerized cost data and systems
• Solid ability to read and understand specifications and drawings
• Solid knowledge of construction costs and principles
• Solid ability to perform mathematical calculations and apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and prorations to practical situations
• Solid drafting skills
• Solid Excel and Word skills
• Solid knowledge of Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical and Sheet Metal Estimating software

Responsibilities

• Analyze drawings and perform material take-offs to prepare detailed estimates.
• Provide unit cost pricing and perform basic document red-lining as needed.
• Assist with project updates, bid package estimates, and quantity tracking.
• Solicit subcontractor bids and build vendor relationships for quotes.
• Review RFPs, Basis of Design, and drawings to determine scope and contents of estimates.
• Present information and respond to questions from internal departments.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Analytical skills

Cost data interpretation

Specs & drawings reading

Construction cost knowledge

Math calculations

Drafting skills

Excel & Word skills

Estimating software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CM or Engineering

Tools

Quick Pen Auto Bid Mechanical

Sheet Metal Estimating software

Job description

Southland Industries is seeking a skilled Mechanical Estimator to prepare preliminary budgets and detailed estimates for small to medium projects. You will analyze drawings, perform take-offs, price units, and coordinate with vendors.

The role requires 3+ years in mechanical estimating, strong communication, and solid knowledge of cost data, drawings, and spreadsheet tools. Join a leading MEP firm known for growth, stability, and employee ownership.