Senior Mechanical Estimator — Complex Projects

Kimmel & Associates; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $100,000–$130,000

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates seeks an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive estimates for commercial mechanical construction projects from plan review through final proposal. You will perform detailed takeoffs, labor and material pricing, and bid preparation, collaborating with leadership, PMs, and operations to develop bid strategies and ensure a smooth handoff to project teams.

Full mechanical scope experience across HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal is preferred; strong

Qualifications

• 5+ years of mechanical estimating experience in commercial construction.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, schedules, and bid documents.
• Working knowledge of mechanical systems, materials, labor requirements, productivity, and construction sequencing.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specifications, addenda, schedules, and bid documents to establish the complete mechanical scope.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and mechanical equipment.
• Develop labor and material cost estimates, including productivity rates and crew assumptions.
• Solicit, evaluate, and compare vendor, supplier, and subcontractor proposals.
• Review quotes for scope coverage, exclusions, qualifications, and alignment with project requirements.
• Coordinate equipment selections and pricing with manufacturers' representatives.
• Identify scope gaps, conflicts, exclusions, clarifications, alternates, allowances, and other bid risks.
• Prepare bid forms, proposals, cost summaries, and estimate review packages for leadership.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and potential cost savings.
• Manage multiple estimates simultaneously while meeting firm bid deadlines.
• Attend job walks, pre-bid meetings, and project-specific site visits as needed.
• Lead estimate turnover meetings with Project Management following project award.
• Support change-order pricing, budget reviews, and post-bid follow-up.
• Maintain organized estimate files, vendor databases, quotes, and bid assumptions.
• Contribute to estimating templates, databases, and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and other trade partners.

Skills

Quantity takeoffs

Excel proficiency

Reading drawings

Bid strategy

Vendor evaluation

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering/Construction Management

Tools

AutoBid Mechanical

AutoBid SheetMetal

QuoteSoft

Accubid

On-Screen Takeoff

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kimmel & Associates seeks an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive estimates for commercial mechanical construction projects from plan review through final proposal. You will perform detailed takeoffs, labor and material pricing, and bid preparation, collaborating with leadership, PMs, and operations to develop bid strategies and ensure a smooth handoff to project teams.

Full mechanical scope experience across HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal is preferred; strong