Mechanical Estimator
Brightcore EnergyArmonk, New York
Full Time
Posted February 5, 2026
$100k - $130k
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Job Description
The role involves preparing detailed cost estimates for geothermal and mechanical construction projects, analyzing drawings and specifications, and collaborating with project teams to support project pursuit and execution in the clean energy sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for mechanical systems, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work.
- Analyze blueprints, specifications, and scopes of work to develop accurate cost estimates for geothermal and energy infrastructure projects.
- Coordinate pricing and scope alignment with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing contractors, vendors, and suppliers.
- Perform quantity takeoffs for piping, heat pumps, mechanical equipment, and related components.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, geotechnical reports, and RFP/RFQ documents.
- Analyze market conditions and historical cost data to ensure competitive pricing.
- Identify risks, value engineering opportunities, and constructability considerations during estimating.
- Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure smooth handoff from estimate to execution.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field or equivalent experience.
- 3 to 7 years of mechanical estimating experience, preferably in geothermal or HVAC.
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, piping, and HVAC equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Proficiency in estimating software, CAD drawings, and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
- Estimated travel requirement up to 75% to work project sites in the greater Northeast Region, with lodging travel reimbursement for overnight stays.
- Work in a work site setting and office setting, with physical demands representative of those necessary to perform the essential functions of the job, including working in safety-sensitive positions.
- Pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verifications, a criminal history check, and a pre-employment drug screen, in accordance with DOT regulations 49 CFR 40.25.
- Ability to perform detailed cost estimates for mechanical systems, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work, based on analysis of blueprints, specifications, scopes of work, geotechnical reports, and RFP/RFQ documents.
- Experience performing quantity takeoffs for piping, heat pumps, mechanical equipment, and related components.
- Ability to analyze historical cost data and market conditions to ensure competitive pricing.
- Ability to identify risks, value engineering opportunities, and constructability considerations during scope reviews.
- Experience collaborating with project managers and engineers to ensure smooth handoff from estimate to execution.
- Experience maintaining estimating databases, templates, and cost libraries.
- Ability to assist with post-bid reviews and cost variance analysis.
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range: $100,000 - $130,000 annually
Annual performance-based bonus
Work environment: work site setting and office setting
Travel reimbursement for project site visits and overnight stays
Flexible work arrangements including remote, hybrid, and field-based options
Health benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
Retirement plan: traditional and Roth 401k with up to 4% employer match
Paid time off (PTO)
Financial wellness benefits
Benefit concierge program through Health Advocate
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Disability, Life, and AD&D insurance
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