Senior Mechanical Estimator - Complex Projects

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Professional development

Career advancement

High-profile projects

Job summary

Kimmel & Associates client is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive estimates for commercial mechanical construction projects from plan review through final proposal.

The Estimator will handle detailed takeoffs, labor/material pricing, subcontractor solicitation, and bid preparation, coordinating with leadership and operations to develop effective bid strategies and ensure a smooth transition to project execution.

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 considered.
• Strong ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specs, schedules, and bid documents.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Experience with mechanical estimating and takeoff software preferred.
• Knowledge of SMACNA standards and duct fabrication is a plus for sheet metal-focused candidates.
• Field, project management, or skilled-trade experience in mechanical construction is a plus.
• Design-build or design-assist experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, specs, 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

Mechanical estimating

Reading drawings

Excel proficiency

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoBid Mechanical

AutoBid SheetMetal

QuoteSoft

Accubid

On-Screen Takeoff

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Kimmel & Associates client is seeking an experienced Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive estimates for commercial mechanical construction projects from plan review through final proposal.

The Estimator will handle detailed takeoffs, labor/material pricing, subcontractor solicitation, and bid preparation, coordinating with leadership and operations to develop effective bid strategies and ensure a smooth transition to project execution.