Mechanical Estimator, Manhattan, NY (BOND Civil & Utility)

BOND Brothers, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid time off including vacation

Job summary

At BOND, a leading contractor in the New York area, we seek a Mechanical Estimator with a strong background in estimating mechanical and plumbing systems for power generation and HVAC projects. You will review drawings, prepare accurate take-offs, and bid packages while coordinating with subcontractors and vendors.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering or equivalent, excellent math and communication skills, and proficiency with Excel and estimating software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience estimating mechanical/plumbing equipment and piping systems.
• Strong reading of engineer drawings and technical specs.
• Proficient with Excel and estimating software; good math and data skills.
• Ability to communicate with vendors, team and customers.

Responsibilities

• Secure plans and specifications and understand scope of work bid.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and evaluate site conditions for estimates.
• Maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Identify subcontractors, review scope, and evaluate proposals.
• Provide accurate take-offs of materials and labor hours.
• Prepare bid documents and cost estimates for bids.
• Assist in project buy-out and handover to field ops.

Skills

Estimating experience

Reading drawings

Math skills

Communication with team

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to details

Education

Bachelors in mechanical engineering

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

MS Office

Job description

At BOND, the work we do matters, but how we do it matters more. We invest in our people, stand behind our values, and approach every challenge with care, curiosity, and a responsibility to one another and the communities we serve.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

At BOND, people aren’t a talking point. They are the reason we succeed. Our culture is built on long-term relationships, shared accountability, and a belief that great work comes from teams who trust and support one another.

• You’ll grow with intention. We invest in people for the long term, providing mentorship, development, and clear opportunities to build meaningful careers, not just fill roles.
• You’ll work with integrity. Accountability, transparency, and trust guide how we operate. We own our work, support one another through challenges, and hold ourselves to a higher standard every day.
• You’ll be supported as a whole person. We go beyond check-the-box safety and benefits. BOND prioritizes health, well-being, and a culture where people look out for one another, on the job and beyond.
• You’ll succeed together. Collaboration is how we work and grow. We rely on each other’s strengths, respect different perspectives, and celebrate progress as a team.

BUILD YOUR FUTURE AT BOND

At BOND, you’re not just taking a job. You’re choosing to be part of a team where values guide our work, people come first, and relationships are built to last.

Core Responsibilities

• Secure plans and specifications, review all bidding documents and establish a complete understanding of the scope of work being bid.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, visit the project site and evaluate actual conditions for estimating purposes.
• Maintain positive relationships with and sustain a database of qualified subcontractors and vendors.
• Identify and solicit applicable subcontractors for bids, review scope of work and evaluate proposals.
• Provide accurate take-offs of all material and equipment. Apply applicable labor man hours and costs.
• Complete all estimating forms and check estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness before final bid review by company executive.
• Prepare bid documents, forms and/or proposal letters.
• Assist in the preparation of studies, materials, means, methods, recommendations, and cost estimates as required as well as the maintain database to be used as a reference for future estimates.
• Assist in preparation for project buy-out and turn over to field operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field (or) combination of technical training and equivalent experience
• Desired experience in estimating mechanical/plumbing related equipment and piping systems in the Power Generation, Commercial HVAC, Oil & Gas, Water & Wastewater and/or Industrial markets.
• Excellent organizational, decision making, and problem-solving skills are essential
• Knowledge of construction contracts
• Desired knowledge of ASME and building - codes and standards
• Should be familiar with various types of piping systems including but not limited to hot & cold water (domestic), chill water, condensate, boiler feed water, low to high pressure Steam, Natural gas, fuel oil, domestic water, sludge processing & sanitary waste, compressed air, instrumentation, fire protection and Hi purity piping systems.
• Requires an understanding of the variety of methodologies for mechanical pipe joining, including but not limited to screwed, flanged, Mechanical Joint, Push-on Joint, grooved, welded, (butt & socket), braised and soldered joints, compression fittings and various types of fusion systems.
• Requires experience with the installation of the different types of piping materials used in the Mechanical and Plumbing processes such as carbon steel, stainless steel of all grades, alloy, fiberglass, all types of plastics from PVC, CPVC to HDPE, PP, PE, PVDF, Ductile Iron, RCCP, Cement lined and double wall containment.
• Good math and reading skills.
• Requires ability to comprehend engineer’s specifications and be able to read and interpret construction drawings including Architectural, Mechanical and Plumbing layout drawings.
• Requires a high level of Computer skills (including Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and various estimating software).
• Must be able to effectively communicate with team members, vendors and customers.

BENEFITS:

• BOND offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays, employer-paid life and disability insurance, and access to additional voluntary benefits.
• The expected salary range for this role is $120,000 to $150,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and may lift or move objects up to 25 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ABOUT BOND

At BOND, the work we do matters, but how we do it matters more. We invest in our people, stand behind our values, and approach every challenge with care, curiosity, and a responsibility to one another and the communities we serve.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

At BOND, people aren’t a talking point. They are the reason we succeed. Our culture is built on long-term relationships, shared accountability, and a belief that great work comes from teams who trust and support one another.

• You’ll grow with intention. We invest in people for the long term, providing mentorship, development, and clear opportunities to build meaningful careers, not just fill roles.
• You’ll work with integrity. Accountability, transparency, and trust guide how we operate. We own our work, support one another through challenges, and hold ourselves to a higher standard every day.
• You’ll be supported as a whole person. We go beyond check-the-box safety and benefits. BOND prioritizes health, well-being, and a culture where people look out for one another, on the job and beyond.
• You’ll succeed together. Collaboration is how we work and grow. We rely on each other’s strengths, respect different perspectives, and celebrate progress as a team.

BUILD YOUR FUTURE AT BOND

At BOND, you’re not just taking a job. You’re choosing to be part of a team where values guide our work, people come first, and relationships are built to last.

Core Responsibilities

• Secure plans and specifications, review all bidding documents and establish a complete understanding of the scope of work being bid.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, visit the project site and evaluate actual conditions for estimating purposes.
• Maintain positive relationships with and sustain a database of qualified subcontractors and vendors.
• Identify and solicit applicable subcontractors for bids, review scope of work and evaluate proposals.
• Provide accurate take-offs of all material and equipment. Apply applicable labor man hours and costs.
• Complete all estimating forms and check estimate to ensure accuracy and completeness before final bid review by company executive.
• Prepare bid documents, forms and/or proposal letters.
• Assist in the preparation of studies, materials, means, methods, recommendations, and cost estimates as required as well as the maintain database to be used as a reference for future estimates.
• Assist in preparation for project buy-out and turn over to field operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field (or) combination of technical training and equivalent experience
• Desired experience in estimating mechanical/plumbing related equipment and piping systems in the Power Generation, Commercial HVAC, Oil & Gas, Water & Wastewater and/or Industrial markets.
• Excellent organizational, decision making, and problem-solving skills are essential
• Knowledge of construction contracts
• Desired knowledge of ASME and building - codes and standards
• Should be familiar with various types of piping systems including but not limited to hot & cold water (domestic), chill water, condensate, boiler feed water, low to high pressure Steam, Natural gas, fuel oil, domestic water, sludge processing & sanitary waste, compressed air, instrumentation, fire protection and Hi purity piping systems.
• Requires an understanding of the variety of methodologies for mechanical pipe joining, including but not limited to screwed, flanged, Mechanical Joint, Push-on Joint, grooved, welded, (butt & socket), braised and soldered joints, compression fittings and various types of fusion systems.
• Requires experience with the installation of the different types of piping materials used in the Mechanical and Plumbing processes such as carbon steel, stainless steel of all grades, alloy, fiberglass, all types of plastics from PVC, CPVC to HDPE, PP, PE, PVDF, Ductile Iron, RCCP, Cement lined and double wall containment.
• Good math and reading skills.
• Requires ability to comprehend engineer’s specifications and be able to read and interpret construction drawings including Architectural, Mechanical and Plumbing layout drawings.
• Requires a high level of Computer skills (including Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel and various estimating software).
• Must be able to effectively communicate with team members, vendors and customers.

BENEFITS:

• BOND offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays, employer-paid life and disability insurance, and access to additional voluntary benefits.
• The expected salary range for this role is $120,000 to $150,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and may lift or move objects up to 25 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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