Paradigm Group, Inc. · 13 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Estimator
Evans, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$140K/yr - $145K/yr
5+ years expParadigm Group, Inc. is involved in the Oil & Gas sector, and they are seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator. The role involves developing accurate mechanical estimates, managing multiple bids, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure accurate pricing and execution alignment.
Staffing & Recruiting
No H1B
U.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Pawn Kongkosonkichkan
Responsibilities
Develop complete and accurate mechanical estimates from drawings, specifications, and bid documents
Perform detailed takeoffs for piping, welding, equipment, valves, structural components, and mechanical systems. (other applications as required)
Analyze drawings for constructability issues, scope gaps, and quantity discrepancies
Prepare labor build-ups using production rates, craft hours, crew compositions, and historical data
Utilize Supply Chain to solicit, evaluate, and normalize vendor and subcontractor quotes
Attend pre-bid meetings and job walks to assess site conditions and risks
Identify risks, assumptions, exclusions, and prepare proposal clarifications
Coordinate with project managers, engineering, and field teams to validate installation methods and labor assumptions
Support value engineering and alternative construction approaches
Prepare estimate summaries, cost breakdowns, and pricing sheets for internal review
Maintain cost data, unit rates, and historical production information
Support conceptual, budgetary, and FEL-level estimates as needed
Provide complete estimate logic, quantities, and assumptions during project handoff
Supply Project Controls with required cost data for accurate job setup and tracking
Manage multiple bids and communicate status updates to leadership
Ensure estimate files, calculations, and supporting documents are organized and traceable
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or related field preferred
Equivalent field experience or 5–10 years in a similar estimating role accepted
5+ years estimating experience in the Midstream Oil & Gas industry
Proven experience estimating pipelines, facilities, and terminals
Proficiency in mechanical takeoff methods for piping, welding, equipment, and structural components
Strong understanding of piping materials, pressure classes, fittings, and fabrication practices
Ability to develop detailed labor estimates using crew makeup and production rates
Skilled in reading P&IDs, isometrics, mechanical drawings, and scope documents
Experience with unit-rate, resource-based, and detailed line-item estimates
Proficiency in estimating software (InEight, HeavyBid, Navisworks, Bluebeam or similar)
Advanced Excel skills (formulas, lookups, pivot tables, cost modeling)
Knowledge of mechanical construction means and methods, including rigging, equipment installation, hydrotesting, and commissioning
Familiarity with ASME, API, and mechanical construction specifications
Ability to identify constructability challenges and productivity impacts
Understanding indirect costs, equipment rates, consumables, and labor burdens
Experience developing conceptual and budgetary estimates with limited information
Knowledge of WBS structures, cost codes, and estimate organization for project controls
Ability to support schedule alignment and communicate installation durations
Ability to apply lessons learned, historical costs, and field production data
Preferred
JD Edwards experience (cost codes)
Power BI for estimating KPIs
Familiarity with construction scheduling software (Primavera P6 or MS Project)
Ability to participate in client technical reviews
Experience developing manpower loading curves or sequencing plans
Field Experience (mechanical/piping/welding experience)
Experience in Oil, Gas & Midstream industrial estimating and project management
Company
Paradigm Group, Inc.
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2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Gene Janiszewski
Managing Director / CEO
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