Senior Mechanical Estimator

Kodiak Construction Recruiting & Staffing

The Role

Overview

Lead cost estimating for complex mechanical projects, including HVAC, plumbing, piping, and fire protection systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • cost databases
  • estimating accuracy
  • bid development
  • drawing review
  • value engineering
  • mechanical estimates

Tasks

-Maintain cost databases, evaluate market trends, and ensure estimating accuracy. -Collaborate with engineering and project management teams to refine bids. -Review and interpret drawings, specifications, and design documents. -Play a key role in preconstruction strategy and project success. -Lead and mentor within a collaborative estimating team. -Provide value-engineering input and assess risk factors. -Mentor and review the work of junior estimators. -Develop detailed cost estimates and budgets for mechanical systems.

Requirements

  • hvac
  • plumbing
  • estimating software
  • microsoft office
  • mechanical engineering
  • problem solving

What You Bring

Senior Mechanical Estimator We’re seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator to lead cost estimating for complex mechanical projects, including HVAC, plumbing, piping, and fire protection systems. You’ll combine technical expertise, leadership, and strategic thinking to help secure and shape successful projects. -Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills. -Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, piping, and fire protection systems. -Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office Suite. -3–5+ years of experience as a mechanical estimator in the construction industry. -Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred).

Benefits

-Competitive salary, benefits, and long-term stability.

The Company

About Kodiak Construction Recruiting & Staffing

-Born from the merger of Pivot Workforce and Kodiak Labor Solutions, the firm combines decades of industry-specific recruiting experience. -It operates across diverse markets: from hospitals and data centers to heavy industrial, oil & gas, and renewable energy sites. -Teams place talent at every level—from BIM specialists and engineers to welders, electricians, and plant operators. -Their craft staffing extends to power projects (hydro, fossil, solar, wind, nuclear), often handling full outage crews. -They support contract, contract-to-hire, and direct-hire placements, customizing workforce plans to project cycles and ensuring alignment with client needs. -Their recruitment-first model builds deep candidate loyalty, creating a national database of skilled professionals.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Industrial

AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction)

MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing)

Heavy Industrial

Construction Management

Project Management

Estimating

BIM/CAD

ConTech

Financial Roles

C-Suite

Engineering

Safety

Craft Trades

Pipefitters

Welders

Electricians

Millwrights

Riggers

Plumbers

Heavy Equipment Operators