Senior Mechanical Estimator — Industrial & Mission-Critical

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.; Lyndhurst (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. in Lyndhurst, VA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator to develop accurate estimates and conceptual mechanical solutions for complex industrial projects with a focus on critical facilities.

The ideal candidate has broad experience across mechanical systems, including process piping, chillers, boilers, hydronic systems, and system integration, and can coordinate electrical requirements within larger projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field OR equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience estimating industrial mechanical construction projects.
• Experience across HVAC, chillers, boilers, process piping, hydronic systems, pumping systems, air handling, ductwork, process equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate, competitive estimates for complex industrial mechanical and design-build projects.
• Collaborate with Engineering to develop conceptual solutions.
• Review drawings, specs, P&IDs, equipment schedules and bid docs to determine requirements.
• Prepare detailed labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, manufacturing, and installation estimates.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, scope gaps, and value engineering opportunities.
• Coordinate electrical pricing and scope with internal resources, vendors, and subcontractors.
• Participate in proposal reviews and communicate basis of estimates to stakeholders.
• Maintain estimating documentation and historical cost data.

Skills

Mechanical Estimating

Design-Build

Piping Systems

Chillers

Boilers

Hydronic Systems

Electrical Coordination

Cost Analysis

Excel Proficient

Project Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Related technical field or equivalent experience

Tools

Estimating Software

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Job description

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. in Lyndhurst, VA is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator to develop accurate estimates and conceptual mechanical solutions for complex industrial projects with a focus on critical facilities.

The ideal candidate has broad experience across mechanical systems, including process piping, chillers, boilers, hydronic systems, and system integration, and can coordinate electrical requirements within larger projects.