Senior Mechanical Estimator — Industrial HVAC & Piping

Top Echelon LLC

Danbury (CT)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 140,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Top Echelon LLC in Danbury, CT is seeking an experienced Mechanical Estimator to lead cost projections for industrial HVAC and piping projects. You will review bids, develop detailed scope narratives, and deliver accurate, timely estimates with minimal information.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in mechanical estimating, strong knowledge of Design-Build and Plan & Spec, and proficiency with estimating software.

Qualifications

10+ years of mechanical estimating experience, preferably in industrial, HVAC, and/or plumbing systems.
Proven experience estimating process piping projects.
Strong knowledge of Design-Build and Plan & Spec project delivery methods.
Proficiency with estimating software, on-screen takeoff tools, and spreadsheet applications.
Ability to produce accurate, competitive, and timely estimates with minimal information.
Strong understanding of cost structures for Design-Build projects.
Excellent communication and relationship-building with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
In-depth knowledge of HVAC, industrial systems, and piping systems.
Preferred: heavy industrial mechanical estimating environments.
Preferred: process piping estimation.

Responsibilities

Participate in pre-bid meetings and scope reviews to understand project requirements.
Review and interpret bid documents, drawings, and specifications.
Identify, solicit, and manage subcontractor and vendor quotations.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs using estimating software.
Collaborate with estimators, operations teams, and internal departments.
Compile, analyze, and finalize comprehensive estimates.
Participate in internal bid-day reviews with leadership to validate pricing, scope, and strategy.
Evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope, compliance, and schedule alignment.
Develop value engineering options aligning with client goals.
Prepare clear scope narratives to support proposals.
Provide post-award support to field operations, ensuring smooth transition from estimate to execution.
Manage multiple bid schedules and meet proposal deadlines.
Identify project requirements and cost drivers with limited input data.
Balance high-level understanding with attention to detail for client satisfaction.