Senior Estimator

Insight Global; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global in Tempe, AZ seeks a seasoned mechanical estimator to independently evaluate drawings/specs for scope, constructability, and risks; lead development of detailed estimates with take-offs, subcontractor comparisons, and internal productivity assumptions; prepare pricing breakdowns and VE options for major bid packages.

You will lead estimate reviews, align scopes, identify gaps, develop cost strategies and narratives for proposals; participate in design-review and value-engineering

Qualifications

• 3+ years in mechanical estimating across sectors.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specs, addenda.
• Proficient with Excel and Bluebeam.
• Strong communication with leadership and customers.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate drawings and specs for scope, completeness, constructability, and risk.
• Develop detailed estimates with take-offs and subcontractor comparisons.
• Prepare spec summaries, pricing breakdowns, and VE options.
• Lead estimate reviews and align scopes; identify gaps and risks.
• Engage in design-review and value-engineering sessions.
• Present scopes during customer reviews.
• Mentor estimators and QA/QC their work.
• Support transition of awarded projects to operations.

Skills

Estimating experience

Mechanical knowledge

Leadership communication

Excel & Bluebeam

Document interpretation

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Construction Management / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Bluebeam

Job description

Independently evaluate drawings/specs for scope, completeness, constructability issues, and estimating risks.

Lead development of detailed estimates, including take-offs, subcontractor comparisons, and internal productivity assumptions.

Prepare spec summaries, pricing breakdowns, and VE options for major bid packages.

Lead estimate review and scope alignment meetings; identify gaps, overlaps, and risk items. Develop cost strategies, pricing narratives, and supporting content for proposals.

Participate in design-review and value-engineering sessions with design teams and clients.

Present scopes and clarifications during customer-facing reviews.

Maintain up-to-date market knowledge (labor, material, equipment trends).

Mentor Estimators, provide QA/QC on their work, and support their technical development.

Support transition of awarded projects to operations teams.

Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• 3+ years of experience in mechanical estimating, preferably across multiple market sectors. Advanced technical understanding of mechanical systems and construction methods for HVAC, plumbing, and process work.
• Ability to interpret and analyze detailed design documents, specifications, and addenda for cost and scope impacts.
• High proficiency with estimating software Microsoft Excel and Bluebeam.
• Comfortable communicating with leadership and customers.

NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field preferred.
• Well-versed in estimating both plumbing/piping and ductwork scopes.