Estimator I Mechanical/Structural

The role

The Estimator I develops assigned estimate components and scopes while learning company standards and cost-development methods. This role performs quantity takeoffs, compiles pricing, and maintains estimate documentation.

What you will do

• Perform quantity takeoffs and develop assigned scope in accordance with bid documents and work breakdown requirements.
• Compile labor, material, equipment, subcontract, and indirect-cost inputs using approved sources and methods.
• Solicit and organize vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Identify scope gaps, design discrepancies, commercial concerns, and project risks for senior review.
• Maintain estimate files, assumptions, clarifications, exclusions, and supporting documentation.
• Meet assigned deadlines and participate in estimate reviews, site visits, pre-bid meetings, and turnover activities.
• Use approved estimating, takeoff, CRM, and document-management systems accurately.

Required qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant estimating, construction, engineering, field, or related technical experience; entry-level candidates with applicable education or training may be considered.
• Foundational knowledge of mechanical, structural, and light civil construction, including construction documents, quantities, labor, materials, and equipment.
• Experience or developing knowledge in self-perform estimating, including labor, materials, equipment, production rates, and crew requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications related to concrete and structural construction, structural steel installation, process piping, process engineering and related i
• Ability to perform accurate quantity takeoffs and develop estimates for self-performed scopes.
• Ability to communicate clearly, organize information, collaborate with project teams, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn required estimating, takeoff, CRM, and document-management systems.
• Ability to travel periodically to offices, client locations, and project sites.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability when driving is required.
• Climbing up and down stairs and ladders to both get in and out of trenches and up to elevated platforms, including scaffolding at significant heights.
• Lifting necessary equipment and materials 1–50 pounds, 50% of the time on a monthly basis for required tasks.
• Walking on uneven terrain, standing, sitting, stooping, crawling, and kneeling.

Nice to have

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Accubid, HeavyBid, Salesforce, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or comparable systems.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Before you apply

• All drivers are subject to a DMV background records search.

About the company

Loenbro is a construction lifecycle partner with a national presence and a local approach. Their service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication.