Junior Mechanical Piping Take-Off Estimator

Junior Mechanical Piping Take-Off Estimator Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) Construction Department: Estimating & Pre-Construction Reports To: Chief Estimator / Designated Senior Mentor Status: Full-Time in Office, Permanent Career Level: Junior (Entry-Level) Starting Salary: 65k Job Summary: The Junior Mechanical Piping Take-Off Estimator is an entry-level development role responsible for supporting the pre-construction team through the technical measurement and quantification of material assets. Working under the direct guidance of senior estimating staff, this individual will learn to analyze multi-discipline engineering blueprints, architectural plans, and mechanical specifications to generate foundational quantity take-offs for Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) mechanical projects. This position focuses heavily on developing mastery over complex HVAC piping, process piping, plumbing, and hydronic systems, directly accelerating the group's ability to produce competitive project bids. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: • Supported Take-Off Execution: Learn and apply specialized digital estimation tools to accurately measure and count pipe lengths, configurations, fittings, valves, and mechanical hanger structures. • Document Review: Assist in compiling, filtering, and organizing multi-discipline tender documents, including Drawings, mechanical layouts, and construction specifications. • Bill of Materials (BOM): Requesting and saving documents for review and input. • Drafting RFIs: Identify basic discrepancies in blueprints and draft formal technical Requests for Information (RFIs) for supervisor evaluation. • Subcontractor Outreach: Coordinate directly with material suppliers and specialty sub-trades under senior oversight to collect quotes for projects being tendered Required Qualifications & Skills • Education: Post-secondary Diploma or University Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a matching mechanical trade qualification. • Experience: 0–2 years of experience within pre-construction estimating, or an equivalent technical background gained through field-based mechanical apprenticeship programs. • Blueprint Literacy: Foundational knowledge in reading, navigating, and interpreting technical plans, section details, isometric diagrams, and schematics. • Software & Systems: Academic exposure or practical familiarity with digital takeoff applications (e.g., Bluebeam Revu, Accubid Trimble MEP) combined with intermediate proficiency in Microsoft office. • Mathematical Aptitude: High comfort level executing geometric, volumetric, and dimensional calculations swiftly with precise focus to detail. Core Competencies • Eagerness to Learn: Active commitment to mastering ICI estimating principles, specialized software suites, and complex mechanical system designs. • Time Management: Adaptable capability to manage processing tasks on tight turnaround deadlines across multiple competing tender schedules. • Collaborative Focus: Strong professional communication skill set required to process feedback from senior mentors, engineers, and vendor partners If your think your a good fit for this position, please email your resume to [email protected]

Support the pre-construction team by performing technical measurements and quantity take-offs for ICI mechanical projects. Responsibilities include analyzing engineering blueprints, drafting RFIs, and coordinating with material suppliers for project quotes.

Requires a post-secondary diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related mechanical trade. Candidates should have 0-2 years of experience and foundational proficiency in digital takeoff software and blueprint literacy.

• Microsoft OfficePreferred

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• Digital Estimation
• Blueprint Reading
• Quantity Take-Off
• Mechanical Piping
• HVAC Piping
• Plumbing Systems
• Hydronic Systems
• RFI Drafting
• Bill of Materials
• Bluebeam Revu
• Accubid Trimble MEP
• Microsoft Office
• Geometric Calculations
• Subcontractor Coordination
• Technical Documentation
• Construction Management

• Construction
• Engineering
• Trades
• Manufacturing

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Feb 16, 2027

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level

Application method

Direct apply is available