Mechanical Preconstruction Estimator

Robins & Morton; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Robins & Morton in Orlando, FL is seeking a Mechanical Preconstruction Estimator to join our Preconstruction Team. You will develop mechanical, plumbing, and fire protection budgets from concept through final bid stages, prepare bid scopes, and assist design decisions to deliver cost‑effective, constructible solutions.

Ideal candidates bring preconstruction and field experience, and proficiency with estimating software such as Timberline and Procore.

Qualifications

• Requires Undergraduate/Bachelor’s degree (construction management, engineering, or related)
• Preconstruction experience – minimum of three years preferred
• Field experience – minimum of one year preferred
• Experience with estimating software (Timberline, Quick-Pen, OST, Procore, Assemble)
• Experience working with subcontracts, trade partners and/or self-perform work

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical, plumbing and fire protection budgets during preconstruction phases of project.
• Prepare detailed estimates utilizing current estimating software and mechanical database.
• Develop comprehensive mechanical bid scopes for each project.
• Assist project team in design decisions, field changes, constructability issues, cost options.
• Attend pre-bid conferences and jobsite visits when required.
• Participate in the preparation and assembly of the estimate presentations to clients and post bid interviews.
• Attend and actively participate in design/preconstruction meetings, take notes, and issue minutes for communication to the project team.
• Participate in project design coordination meetings.
• Participate in GMP budgeting activities by soliciting trade partner support and evaluating bids.
• Provide viable, cost-effective alternatives including cost, schedule, maintenance, & life cycle implications.
• Review project documents for completeness and compliance to project goals.
• Organize and publish data for historical cost purposes.
• Provide guidance and assistance to team members; mentor less senior team members.
• Represent Robins & Morton to trade partners through preconstruction process (bid scoping, cost management, RFI’s, scheduling & sequencing, constructability, etc.).
• Prepare & manage Mechanical Bid Analysis process, including scopes of work for all mechanical subcontracts.

Skills

Estimating proficiency

Budget development

Trade partner collaboration

Mentoring teammates

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Timberline

Quick-Pen

OST

Procore

Assemble

Job description

Job Description

The desire to pursue a career in construction may have been planted in your heart early, passed down from generations or seeded by an early fascination with the building process. There may have been the realization that construction aligns with your skills and interests. Or maybe it happened later, when you saw an opportunity to take your career in a new direction.

You want to be part of a team that shares this passion and sense of purpose—a team that works collaboratively, respecting and listening to each other and treating each other like family. You want opportunities to grow, and you care about work-life balance. You want to know that the company you work for is ethical and responsible.

We know you can work for any company, but if you want a career with a company that’s been named a Best Place to Work , is Building With Purpose, cares about others, and allows you to be true to yourself, your calling, your passion and your values—come build something great with us. Be a True Builder.

The Mechanical Preconstruction Estimator assist the Preconstruction Team, primarily working on project mechanical estimates. Responsibilities include preparation of bid scopes, solicitation of qualified bidders, review of proposals, identifying and pricing valid cost saving suggestions. He/she ensures professionally delivered estimates in areas such as HVAC, Plumbing, Medical Gases, and Fire Protection from conceptual through final construction bids.

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY: (Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.)

• Develop mechanical, plumbing and fire protection budgets during preconstruction phases of project.
• Prepare detailed estimates utilizing current estimating software and mechanical database.
• Develop comprehensive mechanical bid scopes for each project.
• Assist project team in design decisions, field changes, constructability issues, cost options.
• Attend pre-bid conferences and jobsite visits when required.
• Participate in the preparation and assembly of the estimate presentations to clients and post bid interviews.
• Attend and actively participate in design/preconstruction meetings, take notes, and issue minutes for communication to the project team.
• Participate in project design coordination meetings.
• Participate in GMP budgeting activities by soliciting trade partner support and evaluating bids.
• Provide viable, cost-effective alternatives including cost, schedule, maintenance, & life cycle implications.
• Review project documents for completeness and compliance to project goals.
• Organize and publish data for historical cost purposes.
• Provide guidance and assistance to team members; mentor less senior team members.
• Represent Robins & Morton to trade partners through preconstruction process (bid scoping, cost management, RFI’s, scheduling & sequencing, constructability, etc.).
• Prepare & manage Mechanical Bid Analysis process, including scopes of work for all mechanical subcontracts.

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM: (Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.)

• Undergraduate/Bachelor’s degree (construction management, engineering, or related degree, preferred)
• Preconstruction Experience – Minimum of three years preconstruction/estimating experience preferred
• Field Experience – Minimum of one year (more experience is preferred)
• Experience with estimating software (Timberline, Quick-Pen, OST, Procore, Assemble, etc.)
• Experience working for or with subcontracts, trade partners and/or self-perform work.

Robins & Morton is a privately held construction firm based in Birmingham, Alabama, with offices in Charlotte, Dallas, Huntsville, Miami-Fort Lauderdale, Nashville, Orlando, San Antonio, Tampa and Raleigh-Durham. The firm specializes in the construction of healthcare, hospitality, higher education, entertainment, sports and government buildings. Since 1946, the firm has built a reputation as a trusted advisor to clients nationwide by cultivating a high-performing team that values integrity, safety, and innovative thinking. Robins & Morton is consistently ranked as one of the top 100 contractors in the United States, and one of the top 15 in the Southeast.