Senior Mechanical Estimator

Senior Mechanical Estimator

Gilbert Mechanical, a Legence company, has been providing outstanding mechanical, electrical, plumbing, controls, and fire protection services in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area for more than 40 years. Today, Gilbert employs more than 200 people in the Twin Cities market, and its clients represent a diverse range of technical market sectors, with specialization in the healthcare industry. Gilbert's philosophy includes mutual respect for all individuals, application of innovation and a rigorous serve-the-customer mentality. We create a culture of teaching and learning through cross mentoring that spans generations, disciplines, interests and talents. We strive to give each person exposure to the widest array of experiences possible to help them grow further and faster than they could anywhere else.

Gilbert Mechanical is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator candidate capable of estimating complex mechanical projects for a variety of customers. The skills required to accomplish this include attention to detail, accurate take-offs, careful planning, financial tracking, knowledge of mechanical equipment, and strong communications.

Location: Edina, MN

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for providing timely and accurate cost estimates of labor and materials for new construction, tenant improvement, or maintenance projects.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and project documents to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates.
• Work collaboratively with other peer estimators, project managers, engineers, detailers, vendors.
• Manage project management team's expectations through communications both written and verbal.
• Use sheet metal and piping/plumbing estimating software, currently Quote Express, to perform project takeoffs.
• Responsible for accuracy of all components of estimating workbook spreadsheets including verifying correct labor hours are assigned to the proper tasks, labor rates are accurate,
• Internal cost allocations, assumption, material, transportation, and other services not performed by company.
• Ensures compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Attend job walks, bid review, meetings as needed.

Required Knowledge/Skills, Education, and Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in the mechanical construction industry
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred
• Understanding and knowledge of mechanical systems, including sheet metal layout, piping/plumbing system design, equipment selection and knowledge of local mechanical codes
• Detail oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work and produce a deliverable to a deadline.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Writing clarification letters for estimates performed.
• Competency with computerized estimating and digital take off software.
• Ability to estimate both design build and plan/spec projects.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products and Bluebeam

Base Salary: $105k-$145k. This role is also eligible for an annual performance‑based bonus. Bonus eligibility and payout are determined by role, individual performance, and company performance, and are not guaranteed.

Notes: Actual compensation will be based on skills, experience, and work location, and may vary from the posted range. Hiring bonuses (and any guaranteed year-end bonuses) are administered under Company policy and are not earned until all stated conditions are met (e.g., active employment on the payment date). This posting reflects compensation at the time of posting and may be updated.