Senior Estimator — Mechanical/Civil/Structural (Data Center)

ExcelliSearch, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

ExcelliSearch, Inc. seeks a Sr. Estimator (Mechanical/Civil/Structural) to join our Houston-area team. This onsite role focuses on large-scale EPC and data center projects, with minimal travel and heavy emphasis on piping and mechanical scopes.

You will prepare detailed cost estimates, perform takeoffs, review drawings, and coordinate with management and engineering teams to develop competitive bids and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years estimating experience in industrial construction.
• 10+ years estimating experience with emphasis on mechanical/piping scopes.
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, isometrics, civil and structural drawings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil, structural, and mechanical scopes with emphasis on piping.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and pricing using Accubid and Excel.
• Review drawings, specs and scope docs for accuracy and completeness.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, and construction teams.
• Develop pricing for lump sum, unit rate, and time-and-materials proposals.
• Develop construction schedules in Microsoft Project.
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes for alignment with scope.
• Identify risks, exclusions, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Support bid reviews, estimate reconciliations, and post-bid handoffs.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost data, and productivity benchmarks.

Skills

Estimating (industrial)

P&ID interpretation

Isometrics interpretation

Excel proficiency

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

10+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Trimble Accubid

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ExcelliSearch, Inc. seeks a Sr. Estimator (Mechanical/Civil/Structural) to join our Houston-area team. This onsite role focuses on large-scale EPC and data center projects, with minimal travel and heavy emphasis on piping and mechanical scopes.

You will prepare detailed cost estimates, perform takeoffs, review drawings, and coordinate with management and engineering teams to develop competitive bids and schedules.