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Mechanical Estimator

McCarthy Building
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2025

Mechanical Estimator

This role participates in all aspects of the bid / estimating process from review of plans / specs to soliciting and negotiating prices from contractors / suppliers through completion of bid / estimating effort, including closeout. The estimator will perform quantity take-offs, pricing, scoping and bidding of industrial-scale construction projects. Key Responsibilities

  • Perform quantity take-offs, change order pricing and pricing of mechanical, plumbing and process piping estimates
  • Develop and document logical assumptions during conceptual estimating activities, participate in estimate review and assist with final assembly of estimate
  • Solicit subcontractors during the bidding process and organize information post-bid for future reference
  • Communicate with project leads to clarify scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements
  • Conduct reviews of milestone documents for the development and pricing of value alternative opportunities and recommendations and to identify changes in work scope
  • Develop and maintain relationships with internal clients and subcontractors / vendors
  • Prepare scopes of work for subcontractors and suppliers and coordinate scopes of work across disciplines
  • Maintain current, working knowledge of MEP codes

Skills & Qualifications

  • 2 years experience in mechanical estimating with proven experience estimating large projects
  • Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
  • General knowledge of construction principles / process and of contractual delivery methods (negotiated / hard bids, GMP processes)
  • Knowledge of Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
  • McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

    For Southern California locations only, the salary range for this position is : $96,000-$110,000. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.

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