Senior Estimator
KODIAK Construction Recruiting & Staffing, Richmond, VA, United States
Mechanical Estimator (HVAC, Plumbing, Piping)
Location:
Richmond, VA Department:
Preconstruction Employment Type:
Full-Time Industry:
Commercial & Industrial Construction
Position Overview The
Mechanical Estimator
is responsible for developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for
HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal systems
across commercial and industrial construction projects. This role plays a critical function in
preconstruction , supporting budgeting, conceptual estimating, subcontractor procurement, and value engineering efforts. The Mechanical Estimator collaborates with
project management, engineering, and field operations teams
to ensure precise scope definition and cost alignment. Projects include
healthcare facilities, hospitals, high-rise buildings, government projects, data centers, and higher education institutions .
Key Responsibilities Analyze
construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents
to define project scope Prepare detailed
mechanical cost estimates
for HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal systems Perform
quantity takeoffs
and calculate labor and material costs Develop
conceptual budgets and design-phase estimates Solicit and evaluate
subcontractor and supplier bids
for accuracy and completeness Identify and recommend
value engineering opportunities
to improve cost efficiency and constructability Collaborate with
Project Managers, Engineers, and Operations teams
to align estimating with execution strategies Support
proposal development and client presentations Maintain clear documentation of
assumptions, exclusions, and clarifications Utilize
estimating software and Excel-based models
to produce reports and pricing summaries
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in
Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field Minimum
5+ years of mechanical estimating experience
in commercial or industrial construction Strong expertise in: HVAC systems Plumbing systems Mechanical piping Sheet metal systems Ability to read and interpret
construction drawings and technical specifications Proven experience with
quantity takeoffs and cost analysis Proficiency in estimating software (e.g.,
Autobid or similar ) Advanced skills in
Microsoft Excel (cost modeling and analysis) Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications Field experience in
mechanical construction or operations Experience with
large-scale or complex projects , including: Healthcare and hospitals Data centers Government facilities Universities and higher education High-rise construction
Work Environment Primarily
office-based
within a preconstruction setting Occasional travel to
job sites, vendors, and client locations
Equal Employment Opportunity The company is an
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE M/F/Disability/Veterans)
and is committed to building a diverse workforce.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
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Richmond, VA Department:
Preconstruction Employment Type:
Full-Time Industry:
Commercial & Industrial Construction
Position Overview The
Mechanical Estimator
is responsible for developing accurate and competitive cost estimates for
HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal systems
across commercial and industrial construction projects. This role plays a critical function in
preconstruction , supporting budgeting, conceptual estimating, subcontractor procurement, and value engineering efforts. The Mechanical Estimator collaborates with
project management, engineering, and field operations teams
to ensure precise scope definition and cost alignment. Projects include
healthcare facilities, hospitals, high-rise buildings, government projects, data centers, and higher education institutions .
Key Responsibilities Analyze
construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents
to define project scope Prepare detailed
mechanical cost estimates
for HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal systems Perform
quantity takeoffs
and calculate labor and material costs Develop
conceptual budgets and design-phase estimates Solicit and evaluate
subcontractor and supplier bids
for accuracy and completeness Identify and recommend
value engineering opportunities
to improve cost efficiency and constructability Collaborate with
Project Managers, Engineers, and Operations teams
to align estimating with execution strategies Support
proposal development and client presentations Maintain clear documentation of
assumptions, exclusions, and clarifications Utilize
estimating software and Excel-based models
to produce reports and pricing summaries
Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in
Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field Minimum
5+ years of mechanical estimating experience
in commercial or industrial construction Strong expertise in: HVAC systems Plumbing systems Mechanical piping Sheet metal systems Ability to read and interpret
construction drawings and technical specifications Proven experience with
quantity takeoffs and cost analysis Proficiency in estimating software (e.g.,
Autobid or similar ) Advanced skills in
Microsoft Excel (cost modeling and analysis) Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications Field experience in
mechanical construction or operations Experience with
large-scale or complex projects , including: Healthcare and hospitals Data centers Government facilities Universities and higher education High-rise construction
Work Environment Primarily
office-based
within a preconstruction setting Occasional travel to
job sites, vendors, and client locations
Equal Employment Opportunity The company is an
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE M/F/Disability/Veterans)
and is committed to building a diverse workforce.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
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