Senior Estimator

Allied Resources Technical Consultants; United States; On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United States is seeking a highly skilled Senior Estimator to support construction and modification projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of mechanical or civil estimating experience, particularly in power markets like gas and nuclear systems. Responsibilities include developing cost estimates, preparing bid proposals, and performing site assessments. This full-time role offers competitive pay in the range of $140,000 to $160,000 per year as well as a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical/civil estimating experience in industrial environments.
• Proficiency with estimating software and ability to adapt to proprietary tools.
• Strong understanding of industrial safety standards and mechanical modification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical documents to define project scope and requirements.
• Develop detailed labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Prepare comprehensive bid proposals and cost breakdowns.
• Perform site assessments to ensure accurate estimating.
• Partner with project managers and engineers to align estimates with objectives.

Skills

Mechanical/Civil Estimating

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Estimating Software

Job description

Allied Resources Technical Consultants provided pay range

This range is provided by Allied Resources Technical Consultants. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$140,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Allied Resources Technical Consultants

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Estimator to support construction and modification projects across mechanical and civil systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in power markets including gas, combined cycle, and nuclear systems and a proven ability to develop accurate, competitive cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical documents to define project scope and requirements.
• Develop detailed labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates for mechanical and civil installation projects.
• Prepare comprehensive bid proposals and cost breakdowns for submission to clients and internal teams.
• Perform site assessments to collect data, validate field conditions, and ensure accurate estimating.
• Partner with project managers, engineers, and procurement personnel to align estimates with project objectives and schedules.
• Maintain, refine, and utilize cost databases and historical data to improve accuracy and consistency of future estimates.
• Assess, compare, and negotiate supplier and subcontractor pricing to achieve cost-effective solutions.
• Track market trends, material pricing, and labor rates to ensure estimates remain competitive and up-to-date.
• Identify potential risks, cost drivers, and overruns, and recommend effective mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to contract negotiations and support the development of project timelines and schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical/civil estimating experience in industrial environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency with estimating software and ability to adapt to proprietary tools.
• Strong understanding of industrial safety standards and mechanical modification requirements.
• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and schematics.
• Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or similar certification is a plus.

EEO Policy

Allied Resources complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Allied Resources does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law.

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Construction and Utilities

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Benefits include: medical insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), and disability insurance.

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