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Senior Estimator (Mechanical)

Linesight

United States

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USD 90,000 - 130,000

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Job summary

A leading construction consultancy, Linesight seeks a Senior Estimator (Mechanical) to join its dynamic team. You will be responsible for developing estimates and leading MEP scopes, supporting complex projects while fostering relationships within a collaborative environment. This role offers significant growth opportunities, mentorship, and the chance to contribute to strategic objectives.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of estimator experience in a construction environment for complex projects.
  • Chartered RICS, CEP, or CPE or on path to achieve it.
  • Excellent communicator, oriented towards quality.

Responsibilities

  • Develop estimate plans and coordinate MEP scopes.
  • Lead Electrical and MEP estimates covering various systems.
  • Maintain a library of current local rates for estimates.

Skills

Communication
Detail oriented
Relationship building

Education

Degree in a construction-related discipline

Tools

Sage Timberline
InEight
CostX

Job description

As a Senior Estimator (Mechanical) at Linesight , you will work with highly experienced, culturally diverse, and passionate teams nurturing a strong social dynamic and a shared sense of achievement. You will gain vast industry experience that will open doors for you, extend your skillset and expand your perspective. We will empower, support, and enable you to take real responsibility in your role so that you can take charge of your career progression with us. You will be mentored and supported by industry leaders and given the tools to grow. You will also be involved in and contribute to our business strategy as we continue to evolve. For us lasting trusted relationships are everything, both with our teams and our clients.

In this role you will:

  • Develop the estimate plan and coordinate estimating for Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection (MEP) scopes with the project team.
  • Lead the development of Electrical and/or MEP estimates, covering power distribution, lighting, grounding, low-voltage systems, HVAC, piping, and fire protection.
  • Prepare and make contingency recommendations on the project Basis of Estimate and Risk Analysis for Electrical and MEP systems.
  • Analyze and make recommendations regarding solutions to problems with varying complexity in accordance with organization, project objectives and guidelines
  • Maintain a library of current local rates for electrical, mechanical, and plumbing materials, labor, and equipment for use in all estimates.

We would love to hear from you if you:

  • Have grown your experience as an Estimator over 10 years with increasing levels of scope and responsibility in a construction environment for complex projects
  • Have demonstrated experience using estimating systems such as Sage Timberline, InEight , or CostX
  • Have a degree or comparable experience in a construction related discipline
  • Are RICS , CEP or CPE chartered or are on the path to complete it . We can help !
  • Are an excellent communicator verbally and in writing
  • Are detail orientated and quality focused
  • Thrive on building strong relationships with your team and clients through a shared purpose and sense of openness and fun

Since 1974, we’ve been providing a construction consultancy service that keeps clients coming back. And for that we have our people to thank. It takes a special kind of togetherness to create our thriving, authentic culture. We overcome challenges together, delivering better projects and leveraging innovation. We see the potential in our people and we empower them. We’re a business on a journey – an agile business that is proudto be different.We are Linesight. Dynamic. Driven. Different.

Our approach to DE&I

At Linesight, we believe that our success is tied to the success of our employees, and we are committed to creating a workplace that is fair, equitable, and inclusive for everyone. We understand that creating an environment where all employees have an equal opportunity to thrive requires a concerted effort across every stage of their time with us, from hiring and onboarding to promotion, career growth, and development.

As part of this commitment, we have implemented a range of policies and initiatives to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I). This starts with our attraction pipeline and accessible job descriptions, designed to attract a broad range of candidates, and continuing throughout the employee life cycle with DE&I checks built in at every stage. Fairness, consistency, and transparency are the core principles for all our hiring, salary increase, and promotion decisions with built-in gender pay gap checks. Employee and family-friendly policies also enhance inclusion and equity in our teams.

About Cost Management

Our teams of cost managers deliver cost predictability, a high level of assurance and value for money on prestigious, cutting-edge projects around the globe for world-leading clients. Be a part of our collaborative, close-knit teams, who share comprehensive knowledge of international, regional and local construction costs and benchmarks. We champion both mentoring and reverse mentoring across all levels and roles, so you can benefit from the deep expertise and development supports within our organisation, regardless of your experience or seniority.

“I was initially attracted to Linesight by the project portfolio, in particular its diversity in both sector and region. It’s a dynamic team of great people, with a positive work environment and a proactive approach to achieving optimum outcomes for clients, and plenty of opportunities to work on world-class projects.”

John O’Sullivan

Director - Project Management

“Linesight is a professional, highly skilled, efficiently driven, and vibrant consultancy firm. It really stands out from other companies I have worked for in many regards, particularly in terms of the consistent support from managers and colleagues.”

Project Manager

“In a growing organisation the opportunity presented is not only to travel, but to grow both professionally and personally. By taking that first step to relocate, you are showing initiative, a willingness to bring your experience to help leadership teams grow Linesight’s presence in new regions, countries and cities.”

Senior Director, Europe

“Thanks to Linesight, I have the chance to work in Italy's rapidly growing data centre sector, with a collaborative team, in a safe and healthy work environment with many growth opportunities, as the company is committed to speedy, but sustainable, long-term development in the country.”

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