Mechanical Estimator- Process Piping

Senior Mechanical Estimator – Industrial Process Piping Experience & BackgroundProven experience estimating self-performed mechanical and piping scopes across multiple US Regions in industrial markets such as:Chemical and petrochemicalRefining and midstreamPower generationFood & beverage and sanitary process systemsPharmaceutical, biotech, and advanced manufacturingStrong background estimating:Greenfield and brownfield projectsPlant expansions, revamps, and live-plant workShutdowns and short-duration industrial outagesExperience supporting Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, EPC, and negotiated project delivery methodsTechnical Piping KnowledgeExpert knowledge of industrial piping systems, including:Carbon steel, stainless steel, chrome/moly, alloy steelsSanitary and hygienic piping systemsPlastic and lined piping (PVC, CPVC, HDPE, FRP)Strong understanding of:Piping fabrication vs. field erection tradeoffsWeld processes, NDE, and documentation requirementsPipe supports, specialty valves, and packaged equipment tie-insPerform accurate quantity take-offs from P&IDs, isometrics, layouts, and specifications for projects located in multiple statesIncorporate constructability, congestion, and sequencing impacts into labor productivityEstimating Systems & ToolsProficiency with estimating and take-off platforms such as:Trimble Autobid, or equivalent on-screen takeoff softwareBluebeamBuildingConnected / Trade TappAbility to interpret 3D models (Navisworks, etc.) preferredCommercial & Risk ManagementStrong understanding of contract structures, including:Lump sumGMPUnit rate and T&MAbility to identify and quantify labor-driven risks such as:Productivity lossStaffing constraintsSchedule compressionOwner-driven operational restrictionsPrepare detailed:Estimate narrativesLabor assumptions and productivity basisExclusions, clarifications, and contingency recommendationsParticipate in internal risk reviews and executive pricing approvals for projects occurring simultaneously in different statesRemote Work Capability & Distributed Team Collaboration Highly effective working in a remote or hybrid estimating environment, maintaining productivity, accuracy, and schedule adherence without direct onsite supervisionExperienced collaborating with geographically distributed teams of estimators, operations leaders, and project stakeholders using virtual meeting platforms and shared estimating systemsComfortable leading or contributing to estimates across multiple regions while ensuring consistency in labor assumptions, pricing strategy, and risk postureCapable of supporting limited travel requirements for:Site walks and constructability reviewsPre-bid meetings and client presentationsKey project kickoff or risk review milestonesTravel availability aligned with monthly to quarterly needs, depending on project requirementsLeadership & CollaborationLead estimating efforts for self-performed mechanical piping scopesMentor junior estimators and take-off staffCoordinate closely with:Operations and field leadershipProject managementEngineering and procurementSupport preconstruction meetings, site walks, and client presentationsSafety & QualityStrong knowledge of OSHA requirements and industrial safety best practicesExperience incorporating site-specific safety programs into labor and cost modelsUnderstanding of QA/QC requirements related to piping fabrication and installationKey AttributesHighly analytical with a strong command of labor cost driversDetail-oriented with excellent organizational skillsClear communicator capable of defending estimates internally and externallyComfortable operating in fast-paced, competitive environmentsJoin UsMullins Mechanical ranked #243 on the 2024 ENR Top Specialty Contractors list, #48 in the Nation and #5 in the Southeast among Firms in Mechanical. We’re proud to be one of the fastest growing privately held companies in America. We’re a self-performing specialty contractor specializing in design-build applications, HVAC systems, plumbing, process piping systems, boiler and chiller systems, equipment installation and rigging, plant relocation and maintenance, fire protection, and metal fabrication. Our projects are often in industrial and heavy commercial environments such as manufacturing facilities, automotive plants, chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, data centers, and other large facilities.