Overview In this Senior Estimator role, you will lead cost estimation across mechanical systems for preconstruction efforts, shaping pricing strategy and risk assessments. You work closely with design teams, clients, and the preconstruction group to prepare accurate estimates and compelling proposals. You will mentor junior estimators and help transition awarded projects to operations, driving consistency and value. This role offers exposure to major bid packages and opportunities to influence project scope and profitability. You will leverage deep technical knowledge to support competitive, well-reasoned bids that align with TDIndustries' standards and client goals.
Compensation / Benefits- employee-owned company
- career development and training
- growth opportunities
- team-oriented culture
Responsibilities- Independently evaluate drawings/specs for scope, completeness, constructability issues, and estimating risks
- Lead development of detailed estimates, including take-offs, subcontractor comparisons, and internal productivity assumptions
- Prepare spec summaries, pricing breakdowns, and VE options for major bid packages
- Lead estimate review and scope alignment meetings; identify gaps, overlaps, and risk items
- Develop cost strategies, pricing narratives, and supporting content for proposals
- Participate in design-review and value-engineering sessions with design teams and clients
- Present scopes and clarifications during customer-facing reviews
- Maintain up-to-date market knowledge (labor, material, equipment trends)
- Mentor Estimators, provide QA/QC on their work, and support their technical development
- Support transition of awarded projects to operations teams
Key requirements- 5-10+ years of experience in mechanical estimating, preferably across multiple market sectors
- Advanced technical understanding of mechanical systems and construction methods for HVAC, plumbing, and process work
- Ability to interpret and analyze detailed design documents, specifications, and addenda for cost and scope impacts
- Proficiency in preparing accurate conceptual, schematic, and detailed estimates with minimal supervision
- Strong knowledge of subcontractor and vendor markets with ability to solicit and analyze bids effectively
- Ability to lead portions of the bid process, ensuring timely and accurate completion of deliverables
- Sound judgment in evaluating project risks, contract terms, and value-engineering opportunities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to balance accuracy, competitiveness, and strategic pricing
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, including ability to explain cost assumptions to internal and external stakeholders
- Collaborative approach with ability to mentor preconstruction team members
- Operates with urgency, focus, and adaptability under changing deadlines
- High proficiency with estimating software Microsoft Excel and Bluebeam
- Collaborative
- Effective communicator
- Mentoring ability
- Microsoft Excel
- Bluebeam
- Estimating methods (conceptual, schematic, detailed)
