Mechanical Estimator - HVAC

About Us

We are a mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP); building automation; and industrial piping contractor. Our team offers a variety of MEP and process piping services, including design-build engineering for new construction and renovation, installation and specialty construction, maintenance, and air balancing, start-up, and energy efficiency services.

Job Summary

DeBra-Kuempel isseekingto fill a Mechanical Estimator position. The Mechanical Estimator preparesaccuratecost estimates for mechanical construction projects by analyzing plans, specifications, and project requirements. This role collaborates with clients, vendors, and project teams to develop competitive proposals, support project planning, and ensure estimate accuracy from bidding through project turnover.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Developaccuratemechanical construction estimates using historical cost data, industry benchmarks, estimating software, and value engineering principles.
• Review blueprints, specifications, and technical documents todeterminelabor, material, and time requirements.
• Collaborate with clients, vendors, field personnel, engineers, architects, and stakeholders to refine scope, resolve technical issues, evaluate design changes, andoptimizecosts.
• Prepare and present cost estimates to support executive-level planning, project scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Conduct quantity take-offs, data entry, andmaintainaccurateestimating documentation and document control procedures.
• Review contract and bid documents to ensurescopeclarity, project alignment, and smooth project turnover.
• Lead pre-bid meetings, site walk-throughs, andscopeclarification discussions while assessing project risks.
• Draft proposals and scope letters incorporating pricing strategies and competitive positioning.
• Build andmaintainrelationships with clients, contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors to support business development and project success.
• Support change order pricing, escalate critical estimating issues with recommendations, and contribute to process improvements, software enhancements, training, and estimate feasibility reviews.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical estimating or a related role within the construction industry.
• Proficiencyin estimating software such as AutoCAD FabricationEstMEP,Quotesoft, andBlueBeam.
• Strong working knowledge of federal, state, and local construction regulations and industry standards.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and PDF editing/viewing tools.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and contract documents.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills witha highattention to detail.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Commitment to integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required tosit, see, talk, andhear. The employeeis regularly required touse hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employeeis regularly required towalk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee maybe requiredto commute to field locations. The employee must have the ability to navigate around job site locations.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit forlong periodsin front of a computerand alsotravel to field locations as needed.

While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the field work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Benefits

DeBra-Kuempel offers a competitive benefits package to non-union employees, including health benefits, paid time off, 401(k), tuition reimbursement,an employeeassistanceprogram, company discounts, and more. Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement will receive benefits as negotiated within their specific CBA and may be eligible toparticipatein our voluntary supplemental union benefits program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Affirmative Action Policy

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Job Locations US-OH-Cincinnati

ID 2026-54528

Company DeBra-Kuempel Inc.

Category Operations Services

Position Type Full-Time

Location Type Onsite

Posted Date 2 days ago (11/5/2026 8:36 AM)