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Sr. Mechanical Estimator, HVAC and Process Piping

Location: Danbury, CT (On-site)
Job Type: Full-time, Direct Hire
Pay: $90,000 to $120,000 per year

Lead competitive bids on HVAC, plumbing, and process piping projects for a mechanical contractor, with a seat at the table on bid day.

Must-Haves

• 10+ years of mechanical estimating experience in HVAC, plumbing, or industrial systems
• Proven experience estimating process piping projects
• Strong knowledge of Design-Build and Plan and Spec delivery methods
• Proficiency with on-screen takeoff tools, estimating software, and spreadsheets
• Ability to build accurate, competitive estimates with limited information
• Strong understanding of Design-Build cost structures
• Excellent communication with clients, vendors, and subcontractors

What You'll Do

• Lead mechanical estimates from pre-bid meetings and scope reviews through final pricing
• Review bid documents, drawings, and specifications
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs using on-screen software
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotes for scope and compliance
• Develop value engineering options that meet client goals
• Write clear scope narratives to support proposals
• Present pricing and strategy in bid-day reviews with leadership
• Manage multiple bid schedules and hit every deadline
• Support a smooth handoff from estimate to field operations after award

Nice-to-Haves

• Heavy industrial mechanical estimating experience
• Advanced process piping estimating expertise

Compensation and Benefits

• $90,000 to $120,000 per year
• Direct hire opportunity

About the Company
Our client is an established mechanical contractor delivering HVAC, plumbing, and industrial piping projects across the region.

To apply, submit your resume for consideration.