Estimator -- Process Piping

Harder Mechanical Contractors • Portland, OR

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Harder Mechanical is seeking an experienced Process Piping Estimator to join its Portland, Oregon team. The role primarily supports projects in the Advanced Technology sector, including semiconductor manufacturing and renewable energy. The estimator reviews mechanical drawings, performs quantity take-offs, and prepares accurate estimates for the operations team. The position is involved from the pursuit stage through project execution and is an office-based role suited to a detail-oriented professional.

Harder Mechanical is a mechanical contractor based in Portland, Oregon, working primarily across 11 western states and maintaining regional offices in Reno, Phoenix, Los Angeles, Richmond, and Salt Lake City. The company describes its work as focused on safe delivery, challenging schedules, and quality projects, and offers professional development opportunities and industry-leading benefits.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of estimating and take-off experience, focused on mechanical systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
• Ability to read mechanical and plumbing drawings.
• Familiarity with estimating processes and systems.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize ongoing tasks.
• Commitment to teamwork and client satisfaction.
• Basic computer competency, including Microsoft Office and Bluebeam.
• Ability to travel to other regions to gain exposure to additional markets and industries.

Nice To Haves

• Passion for ongoing learning and keeping up with industry trends.
• Interest in LEAN construction principles.

Responsibilities

• Determine the scope of work for estimates and bid preparation.
• Use estimating software to complete quantity take-offs.
• Review requests for proposals (RFPs), specifications, and basis-of-design documents to accurately scope projects.
• Coordinate estimates with the project team to meet submission deadlines.
• Review mechanical drawings and prepare estimates for active pursuits and awarded projects.
• Support projects from the pursuit stage through project execution by preparing estimates for field operations teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, with 100% of employee premiums paid by the company.
• Company retirement contribution of 10% and a company match of up to 2% of annual salary.
• Profit sharing.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities.
• Team environment that promotes individual growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level