Mechanical Estimator – Multi-Trade Modular (Hybrid/Remote)

FabLogix; Duncan (SC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

FabLogix, part of Kelso Industries, seeks a Mechanical Estimator to deliver accurate cost estimates for multi-trade modular assemblies and related structural steel, serving pharma, chemical, data centers, and manufacturing clients.

You will leverage Navisworks, orthographic and isometric drawings, and Excel-based tools to develop labor, material, and subcontractor pricing, collaborating with engineering, operations, and project teams, and supporting proposals through to execution.

Qualifications

• 5+ years estimating experience in pipe fabrication, mechanical contracting, or industrial construction.
• Experience with modular or prefabricated systems (preferred).
• Experience estimating work for industrial clients such as pharma, chemical, data center, or manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for multi-trade modular assemblies and pipe racks.
• Perform quantity take-offs from Navisworks, orthographic and isometric drawings.
• Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing aligned with fabrication and modular execution strategies.
• Evaluate constructability, fabrication sequencing, and modularization opportunities during the estimating phase.
• Navigate federated models to identify scope and validate data against drawings and specs.
• Coordinate with engineering to resolve discrepancies between models, isometrics, and orthographic views.
• Apply current market material cost data and production rates for shop fabrication and modular assembly.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes for pricing and availability.
• Develop pricing narratives and scope summaries to support proposals.

Skills

Navisworks take-offs

Orthographic/isometric piping

Industrial pipe fabrication

Modular construction

Structural steel fabrication

QA/QC cost impacts

Excel

AutoCAD

Digital take-off tools

Tools

Navisworks

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Job description

FabLogix, part of Kelso Industries, seeks a Mechanical Estimator to deliver accurate cost estimates for multi-trade modular assemblies and related structural steel, serving pharma, chemical, data centers, and manufacturing clients.

You will leverage Navisworks, orthographic and isometric drawings, and Excel-based tools to develop labor, material, and subcontractor pricing, collaborating with engineering, operations, and project teams, and supporting proposals through to execution.