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.
- Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure smooth transition from estimate to project 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 but not limited to the United States, with lodging travel reimbursement for overnight stays.
- This position is a safety-sensitive position and requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verifications, a criminal history check, and a pre-employment drug screen.
- Ability to prepare detailed cost estimates for mechanical systems, including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted work, and analyze blueprints, specifications, and scopes of work.
- Ability to perform 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.
- Ability to collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure smooth handoff from estimate to execution.
- Ability to maintain 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, with eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus
Work schedule: Minimum of 40 hours per week, with potential for overtime pay for non-exempt employees and additional hours for exempt employees
Work environment perks: Work site setting, office setting, remote, hybrid, and field-based assignments, travel reimbursement for project site visits
Additional benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Health Savings Account (HSA); 401(k) plan with up to 4% match; PTO; Financial wellness benefits; Benefit concierge program; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); Disability, Life, and AD&D benefits; Marketplace for discounted goods and services
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