Senior Mechanical Estimator

The Judge Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 145,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with immediate matching andvest

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator in Houston, TX to develop accurate cost estimates for civil, structural, and mechanical scopes with emphasis on piping and mechanical systems for EPC and design-build projects.

You will perform takeoffs, pricing, and risk analyses, collaborate with project teams, and develop schedules and bid packages using Trimble Accubid and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years of relevant experience in industrial construction estimating.
• 10+ years of estimating experience with a strong focus on mechanical/piping scopes.
• Proven experience estimating midstream and downstream Oil & Gas projects (terminals, plants, pipelines).
• Strong knowledge of civil and structural construction methods and cost drivers.
• Advanced proficiency with Trimble Accubid and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil, structural, and mechanical construction scopes, with emphasis on piping and mechanical systems.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, and equipment pricing using Trimble Accubid and Microsoft Excel.
• Review drawings, specifications, and scope documents to ensure accurate and complete estimates.
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to validate assumptions and execution strategies.
• Develop pricing for lump sum, unit rate, and time-and-materials proposals.
• Develop construction schedules in Microsoft Project.
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes, ensuring alignment with project scope and estimating standards.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Support bid reviews, estimate reconciliations, and post-bid handoff meetings.
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost data, and productivity benchmarks.

Skills

Estimating

Industrial construction

Mechanical/piping scopes

Cost control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

10 years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Trimble Accubid

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Mechanical Estimator

The Senior Mechanical Estimator role will support estimating efforts for industrial projects within the Oil & Gas midstream and downstream sectors, and data centers with a strong emphasis on mechanical and piping scopes, as well as civil and structural work.

This role will play a key role in developing accurate, competitive cost estimates for EPC and design-build projects. This position requires a deep understanding of industrial construction methods, material takeoffs, labor productivity, and cost controls.

Our company provides engineering, design, procurement, construction and support services to the chemical, petrochemical, pipeline, oil & gas, bulk storage and terminal industries throughout the country. We offer individual project services as well as turnkey EPC project implementation.

The company possesses the skills and expertise to self-perform the design and installation of civil, structural, mechanical, piping, electrical, and instrumentation systems throughout a broad array of industrial applications.

Location

Houston, Texas

Compensation

$145,000 - $170,000 base salary + Bonus.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting. Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA. Short term and long term benefits. Employee discounts on consumer goods. Paid Vacation Time of 120 hours.

Job Description

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for civil, structural, and mechanical construction scopes, with primary emphasis on piping and mechanical systems
• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop labor, material, and equipment pricing using Trimble Accubid and Microsoft Excel
• Review drawings, specifications, and scope documents to ensure accurate and complete estimates
• Collaborate with project management, engineering, and construction teams to validate assumptions and execution strategies
• Develop pricing for lump sum, unit rate, and time-and-materials proposals
• Develop construction schedules in Microsoft Project
• Analyze subcontractor and vendor quotes, ensuring alignment with project scope and estimating standards
• Identify project risks, exclusions, and value-engineering opportunities
• Support bid reviews, estimate reconciliations, and post-bid handoff meetings
• Maintain estimating databases, historical cost data, and productivity benchmarks

Qualifications Seeking

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field. OR 10 years experience in lieu of degree.
• 10+ years of estimating experience in industrial construction, with a strong focus on mechanical/piping scopes
• Proven experience estimating midstream and downstream Oil & Gas projects (terminals, plants, pipelines, facilities)
• Strong working knowledge of civil and structural construction methods and cost drivers
• Advanced proficiency with Trimble Accubid and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to interpret P&IDs, isometrics, civil drawings, and structural plans
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience supporting EPC or design-build project delivery models, preferred
• Minimal travel for pre-bid site visits.