Mechanical Estimator

Opportunity to contribute to both design-build and traditional mechanical construction projects

About Kimmel & Associates

Our client is the largest design-build mechanical contractor in the Sacramento area, providing comprehensive HVAC, plumbing, and piping services to commercial and industrial facilities throughout Northern California.

With expertise in both design-build and traditional plan-and-spec delivery methods, the company offers employees the opportunity to work on diverse, technically challenging projects while contributing to a growing organization with a strong regional presence.

Responsibilities

• Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Estimator to lead the development of accurate, competitive estimates and proposals for commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects.
• This individual will be responsible for assembling all aspects of estimates for both prime contract and subcontract bids, utilizing design-build and plan-and-spec delivery methods. The ideal candidate will have strong technical estimating capabilities, a thorough understanding of mechanical construction, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, general contractors, and subcontractors.
• Prepare comprehensive estimates and develop final proposals for prime contract and subcontract opportunities.
• Analyze construction drawings, specifications, and project manuals to determine material, labor, subcontractor, and general conditions costs.
• Develop accurate estimates using traditional plan-and-spec delivery methods.
• Conceptualize project scopes and establish cost estimates for design-build opportunities.
• Review site visit videos, preliminary sketches, and project information to establish project scope and pricing.
• Collaborate with internal engineering teams to develop design-build estimates and budgets.
• Evaluate subcontractor scopes and coordinate pricing to ensure complete and accurate proposals.
• Maintain current knowledge of labor rates, material costs, and market conditions.
• Communicate professionally and effectively with Project Managers, subcontractors, and General Contractors throughout the estimating process.
• Ensure all estimates and proposals are prepared with accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail.

Requirements

• 5–10 years of relevant estimating experience in mechanical construction, supported by applicable technical training.
• Strong understanding of mechanical construction, including HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems.
• Knowledge of current labor rates, material costs, and construction pricing.
• Experience preparing estimates for both design-build and plan-and-spec projects.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and project manuals.
• Understanding of conceptual estimating, budgeting, and scope development.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with QuickPen estimating software is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, subcontractors, and general contractors.

Pay

Competitive base salary of $130,000–$160,000, depending on experience.

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a leading mechanical contractor in the Sacramento market.
• Exposure to diverse commercial and industrial projects throughout Northern California.