Construction Estimator - Mechanical
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Insight Global is hiring a Construction Estimator - Mechanical. A large automotive company in the Bay Area is seeking a Mechanical Construction Estimator to join their Self Perform Construction team. This role focuses on execution-phase estimating for manufacturing facilities, overseeing various self-perform mechanical construction projects. The estimator will combine deep knowledge of cost drivers with real-time project oversight to develop change order estimates, forecast Estimate at Completion (EAC), perform variance analysis, monitor productivity, and drive value engineering decisions during construction.
Key focus areas include Collaborate with project managers to provide real-time cost support from construction kickoff through project closeout, Develop detailed change order estimates rapidly and accurately, clearly articulating cost impacts, schedule implications, and risk exposure, and Perform continuous cost forecasting, including monthly Estimate at Completion (EAC), variance analysis (budget vs. actuals vs. forecast), and clear communication of drivers to project leadership.
Successful candidates bring 5+ Years Construction Estimating Experience, Navisworks Experience, and Revit Experience. Important skills include Mechanical Construction Estimating, Change Order Estimates, Estimate At Completion Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Productivity Monitoring, and Value Engineering.
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Job Description
A large automotive company in the Bay Area is looking for a trade specific Mechanical Construction Estimator to join their Self Perform Construction.
As a Construction Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the execution of various self-perform mechanical construction projects, focused on execution-phase estimating for companies manufacturing facilities. You will combine deep fundamental knowledge of cost drivers with real-time project oversight developing change order estimates, forecasting Estimate at Completion (EAC),
performing variance analysis, monitoring productivity, and driving value engineering decisions while construction is underway.
What You’ll Do
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Collaborate with project managers to provide real-time cost support from construction kickoff through project closeout
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Develop detailed change order estimates rapidly and accurately, clearly articulating cost impacts, schedule implications, and risk exposure
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Perform continuous cost forecasting, including monthly Estimate at Completion (EAC), variance analysis (budget vs. actuals vs. forecast), and clear communication of drivers to project leadership
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Monitor and analyze construction productivity on site; identify deviations early, quantify impacts, and collaborate with field teams on corrective actions
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Review detailed engineering drawings, technical specifications and Piping and Instrumentation
Diagram (P&ID) to conduct construction feasibility assessment
- Complete construction material takeoff using BIM (Building Information Modeling) and work
with procurement to purchase required material
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Conduct risk identification, qualitative and quantitative risk analysis, and maintain risk registers with associated cost contingencies throughout execution
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Lead value engineering (VE) and design option estimating during construction, delivering fast turnaround cost comparisons to support critical decision-making
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Create what-if scenario estimates to evaluate execution strategy changes, acceleration options, and recovery plans
Pay Range for this role is $60 - $71 depending on years of experience and education.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Skills and Requirements
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5+ years of construction estimating experience with a strong emphasis on project execution phase work for Mechanical trade
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Knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, process & electrical systems
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Experience with conceptual and detailed estimation including takeoffs for scope quantification
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Strong skills in Construction baseline development, change control, cost/schedule performance, and variance analysis
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Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills
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Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to project challenges • Navisworks
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Revit
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