Mechanical Estimator

About the role

Kimmel & Associates, the region's largest mechanical contractor serving education, chemical, food & beverage, health care, water & wastewater, oil & gas, paper, power and transportation industries, is hiring a Mechanical Estimator in Erie, PA. The estimator takes off commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects worth up to seven figures, with a scope covering HVAC, plumbing, process piping, fire protection and some electrical estimates.

Key responsibilities

• Take off commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects accurately
• Read specifications and bid documents
• Prepare and submit RFIs, attend walkthroughs and job inspections
• Obtain bids from vendors and subcontractors
• Maintain estimating software as required

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related field is preferred in place of trade experience
• 5+ years of prior estimating work with a commercial mechanical subcontractor
• In-depth knowledge of plumbing systems, codes and regulations

Required skills

• Proficiency in software and tools used for estimating