Mechanical Estimator

Company Description Morgan Mechanical provides precision-engineered HVAC and plumbing services focused on transforming indoor environments for comfort, efficiency, and reliability. The company partners with clients to design, estimate, and deliver mechanical solutions tailored to each project’s technical and budget requirements. Morgan Mechanical emphasizes quality workmanship, accurate planning, and professional service throughout the project lifecycle. The team values collaboration, clear communication, and long-term client relationships, encouraging individuals who take pride in detailed, well-executed mechanical work. Applicants can expect to join an organization committed to both technical excellence and practical, results-driven solutions.

Role Description The Mechanical Estimator role is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive estimates for HVAC, Plumbing and mechanical projects from concept through final proposal. On a day-to-day basis, this role reviews drawings and specifications, performs detailed takeoffs of mechanical systems, and analyzes labor, material, and subcontractor costs. The Mechanical Estimator requests and evaluates vendor and subcontractor quotes, identifies value-engineering opportunities, and prepares clear, well-documented estimate summaries and proposals. This onsite position is based in Redmond, WA, with work performed both on-site for meetings, plan reviews, and collaboration, and from home for focused estimating and documentation. The role also coordinates closely with project managers, engineers, and leadership to support bid strategies, maintain estimating tools and databases, and assist with project handoff after award.

Qualifications

• Values safety and incorporates safe work practices in developing estimates and prices risk.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical and HVAC drawings, specifications, and scopes of work, including plans for ducts, piping, and equipment layouts.
• Identify and evaluate bid risk and able to understand known unknowns.
• Solicit subcontract proposals and maintain a current vendor list.
• Bid Proposals highlighting scope, exclusions and clarifications.
• Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for HVAC, Plumbing and mechanical systems using spreadsheets or estimating software.
• Have a thorough understanding of local (WA state) competitive bidding practices and market.
• Experience with heat load calculations
• Thorough understanding of WA Energy Codes and local JHA (jurisdictions having authority)
• Familiar with MCA labor productivity rates for a union contractor.
• Strong analytical and math skills to develop accurate labor and material budgets, assess risks, and validate subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to prepare clear proposals and collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and clients.
• Excellent organization and time management skills to handle multiple bids, meet deadlines, and maintain thorough estimate documentation.
• Ability to work productively in a hybrid environment in Redmond, WA, balancing on-site collaboration with independent work from home.
• Familiarity with HVAC systems, mechanical codes, and construction practices; field or project experience in mechanical or HVAC trades is a plus.
• Proficiency with standard office tools (e.g., Excel, Word, PDF markup) and comfort learning or using digital takeoff/estimating platforms.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, mechanical engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Commitment to safety, accuracy, and ethical bidding practices, with a focus on delivering high quality bids
• Design Build experience will be a significant advantage.

Other Requirements

• Locally based within commutable distance to Redmond
• Valid Drivers License
• Attend Job Walks. Approximately 30% of the time requiring travel by road
• Climb Ladders
• Lift up to 50 lbs

Compensation : $100,000 to $135,000 annually