Senior Estimator
Danbury, CT | $90,000 to $120,000 per year
The Senior Estimator prepares detailed cost estimates for mechanical contracting projects, with a focus on industrial, HVAC, plumbing, and process piping systems. This role covers both Design-Build and Plan and Spec project delivery, from pre-bid scope review through post-award transition to field operations.
Compensation
$90,000 to $120,000 per year, based on experience.
This role participates in pre-bid meetings and scope reviews to fully understand project requirements, even when initial information is limited, and reviews and interprets all project bid documents, drawings, and specifications. The Senior Estimator identifies, solicits, and manages subcontractor and vendor quotations for outsourced scopes of work, and performs detailed quantity takeoffs using on-screen estimating software within required timelines.
Working cross functionally with other estimators, operations teams, and internal departments, this person compiles, analyzes, and finalizes comprehensive estimates, ensuring accuracy and adherence to bid deadlines. The role includes participating in internal bid day reviews with leadership to validate pricing, scope, and strategy, evaluating subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope completeness, compliance, and schedule alignment, and developing value engineering options that align with client goals and project efficiency.
The Senior Estimator prepares clear, detailed scope narratives to support proposals, provides post-award support to field operations for a smooth transition from estimate to execution, and manages multiple bid schedules while consistently meeting proposal deadlines. This role proactively identifies project requirements and cost drivers even with limited input data, balancing high level project understanding with strong attention to detail to ensure client satisfaction.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of mechanical estimating experience, preferably in industrial, HVAC, or plumbing systems
- Proven experience estimating process piping projects
- Strong knowledge of both Design-Build and Plan and Spec project delivery methods
- Proficiency with estimating software, on-screen takeoff tools, and spreadsheet applications
- Ability to produce accurate, competitive, and timely estimates with minimal information
- Strong understanding of cost structures and requirements for Design-Build projects
- Excellent communication and relationship building skills with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders
- In-depth knowledge of HVAC, industrial systems, and piping systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in heavy industrial mechanical estimating environments
- Advanced expertise in process piping estimation
Compensation and Benefits
- $90,000 to $120,000 per year
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k
- Paid time off
To apply, submit your resume for consideration.
