Senior Mechanical Estimator

About the role

A client of Kimmel & Associates, the largest design-build mechanical contractor in the Sacramento area, is looking for an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator. The role leads the preparation of accurate, competitive estimates and proposals for commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects, covering both prime contracts and subcontract bids, using design-build and plan-and-spec delivery methods.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare comprehensive estimates and final proposals for prime contract and subcontract opportunities.
• Analyze construction drawings, specifications and project manuals to determine material, labor, subcontractor and general conditions costs.
• Develop estimates using traditional plan-and-spec methods and conceptualize project scopes and cost estimates for design-build opportunities.
• Review site visit videos, preliminary sketches and project information to set scope and pricing.
• Work with internal engineering teams on design-build estimates and budgets, and evaluate subcontractor scopes and coordinate pricing.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of labor rates, material costs and market conditions.
• Communicate with Project Managers, subcontractors and General Contractors throughout the estimating process.

Required profile

• 5-10 years of relevant estimating experience in mechanical construction, supported by technical training.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction, including HVAC, plumbing and piping systems.
• Experience preparing estimates for both design-build and plan-and-spec projects.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications and project manuals.
• Understanding of conceptual estimating, budgeting and scope development.

Required skills

• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with QuickPen estimating software is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary of $130,000-$160,000 depending on experience.
• Exposure to diverse commercial and industrial projects across Northern California.
• Opportunity to contribute to both design-build and traditional mechanical construction projects.