Mechanical/Process Estimator

Edgewater Technical Associates • Savannah, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Edgewater Technical Associates is seeking an experienced Mechanical/Process Estimator for large-scale industrial, advanced manufacturing, and technically complex construction projects. The role develops and reviews mechanical/process cost estimates, performs quantity takeoffs, evaluates subcontractor proposals, and works with project teams to support accurate and competitive project pricing. Work is performed in an office in Savannah or Alpharetta, Georgia; Greenville or Charleston, South Carolina; Charlotte or Raleigh, North Carolina; Dallas, Texas; or Jacksonville, Florida.

The estimator develops estimates for mechanical and process construction scopes, including process piping, mechanical equipment, HVAC, industrial utilities, and associated systems. The role reviews drawings and bid documents, evaluates labor, materials, equipment, fabrication, installation, and subcontractor costs, and supports design-build estimating, conceptual budgeting, bid reviews, and estimate reconciliation. It also maintains estimating documentation and historical cost data.

Edgewater Technical Associates is a New Mexico-based small business founded in 2003, with its headquarters in Los Alamos, New Mexico, and regional offices in Carlsbad, New Mexico; Oak Ridge, Tennessee; Aiken, South Carolina; and Richland, Washington. The company provides construction, engineering, and technical services to government and private-sector customers. It offers competitive salaries and employee benefits, including paid time off, insurance options, and a 401(k) with company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning on day one.

Requirements

• Experience in mechanical/process estimating for industrial construction, advanced manufacturing, or large-scale capital projects.
• Strong understanding of industrial mechanical systems, process piping, mechanical equipment, HVAC, and utility systems.
• Experience developing and evaluating mechanical construction estimates, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
• Ability to interpret mechanical drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, and technical specifications.
• Experience soliciting, analyzing, and leveling mechanical subcontractor bids.
• Knowledge of mechanical construction methods, equipment installation, piping fabrication, and associated labor requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and construction estimating software.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and manage multiple estimating deadlines.
• United States citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Building Systems, or a related field preferred; equivalent Mechanical/Process estimating experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed cost estimates for mechanical and process construction scopes on large-scale industrial and manufacturing projects.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis for process piping, mechanical equipment, HVAC, industrial utilities, and associated systems.
• Review engineering drawings, piping isometrics, equipment layouts, specifications, and bid documents to determine project requirements.
• Develop estimates for labor, materials, equipment, fabrication, installation, and subcontractor costs.
• Solicit, review, and evaluate mechanical subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope completeness, pricing accuracy, and competitiveness.
• Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Collaborate with design, engineering, procurement, and construction teams throughout preconstruction and project execution.
• Participate in design-build estimating, conceptual budgeting, bid reviews, and estimate reconciliation.
• Develop cost comparisons, evaluate alternative mechanical systems, and provide recommendations to support project budgets.
• Maintain accurate estimating documentation and historical cost data to support future project estimates.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Pre- and post-tax 401(k) retirement account with company matching contributions and 100% vesting for eligible participants beginning day one
• Competitive salaries and employee benefit packages with multiple individual and family benefit options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed