Mechanical Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

As the Mechanical Construction Estimator you will develop accurate cost estimates, budgets, and proposals for complex power generation, industrial manufacturing, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, semiconductor, and data center construction projects. This role plays a critical part in securing new business by supporting preconstruction planning, evaluating project risks, analyzing construction costs, and helping deliver competitive bids that contribute to project and organizational success. 

 

Requirements -

• Minimum three (3) years of construction estimating or construction management experience.
• Experience in power generation and industrial construction environments.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of technical training and related experience.
• Experience with Lump Sum, Fixed Fee, and Time & Material contract structures.
• Advanced knowledge of construction estimating, labor analysis, quantity take-offs, and cost modeling.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, technical specifications, and scope development.
• Working knowledge of project cost accounting principles and financial controls.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and industry estimating and scheduling software.
• Strong communication, negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

 

What You’ll Do -

• You will work closely with engineering, procurement, preconstruction, and operations teams to evaluate project scope, labor requirements, material costs, equipment needs, site logistics, and construction execution strategies. 
• You will perform quantity take-offs, analyze subcontractor and vendor quotations, support value engineering efforts, and assess constructability risks that may impact project cost, schedule, or productivity. 
• Participate in pre-bid meetings and site visits, collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders, and maintain estimating databases using historical project cost information and market trends.
• You will use your analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to make sound decisions under deadlines help ensure accurate proposals, competitive bids, and successful project outcomes across the power, industrial, manufacturing, and mission-critical construction sectors. 

 

Benefits -

• Medical, Dental, Vision 

• Paid Holidays 

• Bereavement Leave 

• Personal Advancement 

• Retirement & 401K 

• Project milestone bonuses

About Us 

At NCW, we do our best to provide the brightest talent to the best companies across the country. Founded in 2000 our company’s purpose was to redefine the way people think about contract staffing. People come first in our business. Our services are refined with in-depth expertise in our industry verticals, construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering. We care about finding solutions that benefit everyone involved: our clients, our candidates and our workforce. 

NCW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Diversity and inclusion are important components of our culture and hiring practices. NCW is an employer and business partner dedicated to elevating the quality of life of our employees, clients, and communities.