Senior Mechanical Estimator: Bid Strategy & Costing Expert

Gallo Mechanical, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training programs

Company-paid medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

401(k) plan with 5% match

Wellness resources

Job summary

Gallo Mechanical, LLC is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our mechanical construction team in Raleigh, NC. You will oversee the estimating process for HVAC, plumbing, and piping projects, develop cost estimates, review drawings, and prepare bids aligned with client expectations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of mechanical estimating experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with estimating software such as QuickPen.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of mechanical estimating experience in construction (HVAC, plumbing, piping)
• Advanced proficiency in estimating software (e.g., QuickPen)
• Strong knowledge of mechanical construction practices, materials and cost factors
• Excellent analytical and mathematical skills for accurate cost estimates
• Strong project management skills with ability to handle multiple deadlines
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Effective communication with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and development of detailed cost estimates and high-level project scopes for mechanical construction projects
• Review drawings, specifications, and RFPs to understand bid scope
• Monitor the weekly bid calendar to ensure timely proposals
• Review material takeoffs for accuracy and completeness
• Compile takeoffs and equipment summaries to form the project estimate
• Research pricing for specialty materials and components
• Request bids from subcontractors and vendors and analyze quotes
• Draft and finalize proposals, bid forms, and cost breakdowns
• Assist in creating conceptual budgets from preliminary design documents
• Support sales with procurement strategies and decision-making
• Attend scope review meetings with clients and engineers
• Provide estimating data to PM team upon award

Skills

Estimating

Cost estimation

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

QuickPen

Job description

Gallo Mechanical, LLC is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our mechanical construction team in Raleigh, NC. You will oversee the estimating process for HVAC, plumbing, and piping projects, develop cost estimates, review drawings, and prepare bids aligned with client expectations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of mechanical estimating experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with estimating software such as QuickPen.