Senior Industrial Mechanical/Process Estimator

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC in Charleston, SC is seeking an experienced Mechanical/Process Estimator to develop and review cost estimates for large-scale industrial, advanced manufacturing, and complex construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and process systems, including piping, HVAC, and utilities, with experience reviewing drawings, performing takeoffs, and evaluating subcontractor pricing to ensure competitive bids.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent Mechanical/Process estimating will be considered.
• Experience in mechanical/process estimating for industrial construction, advanced manufacturing, or large-scale capital projects.
• Strong understanding of industrial mechanical systems, process piping, mechanical equipment, HVAC, and utility systems.
• Experience developing and evaluating mechanical construction estimates, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, and technical specifications.
• Experience soliciting, analyzing, and leveling mechanical subcontractor bids.
• Knowledge of mechanical construction methods, equipment installation, piping fabrication, and associated labor requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and construction estimating software.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for mechanical and process construction scopes on large-scale industrial and manufacturing projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis for process piping, mechanical equipment, HVAC, industrial utilities, and associated systems.
• Review engineering drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, specifications, and bid documents to determine project requirements.
• Develop estimates for labor, materials, equipment, fabrication, installation, and subcontractor costs.
• Solicit, review, and evaluate mechanical subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope completeness, pricing accuracy, and competitiveness.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, and opportunities for value engineering.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, procurement, and construction teams throughout preconstruction and project execution.
• Participate in design-build estimating, conceptual budgeting, bid reviews, and estimate reconciliation.
• Develop cost comparisons, evaluate alternative mechanical systems, and provide recommendations to support project budgets.
• Maintain accurate estimating documentation and historical cost data to support future project estimates.

Skills

Mechanical/Process estimating

Excel

Estimating software

Analytical skills

Communication

Project collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Systems (or related)

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Edgewater Technical Associates, LLC in Charleston, SC is seeking an experienced Mechanical/Process Estimator to develop and review cost estimates for large-scale industrial, advanced manufacturing, and complex construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical and process systems, including piping, HVAC, and utilities, with experience reviewing drawings, performing takeoffs, and evaluating subcontractor pricing to ensure competitive bids.