Senior Plant Mechanical Estimator (BOND Building)

ABOUT BOND

At BOND the work we do matters but how we do it matters more. We invest in our people stand behind our values and approach every challenge with care curiosity and a responsibility to one another and the communities we serve.

WHY YOULL LOVE WORKING HERE

At BOND people arent a talking point. They are the reason we succeed. Our culture is built on long-term relationships shared accountability and a belief that great work comes from teams who trust and support one another.

• Youll grow with intention. We invest in people for the long term providing mentorship development and clear opportunities to build meaningful careers not just fill roles.
• Youll work with integrity. Accountability transparency and trust guide how we operate. We own our work support one another through challenges and hold ourselves to a higher standard every day.
• Youll be supported as a whole person. We go beyond check-the-box safety and benefits. BOND prioritizes health well-being and a culture where people look out for one another on the job and beyond.
• Youll succeed together. Collaboration is how we work and grow. We rely on each others strengths respect different perspectives and celebrate progress as a team.

BUILD YOUR FUTURE AT BOND

At BOND youre not just taking a job. Youre choosing to be part of a team where values guide our work people come first and relationships are built to last.

WHAT YOULL DO:

Preconstruction & Estimating

• Prepare detailed MP cost estimates for:
  • Central utility plants (boilers chillers cooling towers pumps heat exchangers etc.)
  • Process utility systems (clean steam WFI RO compressed air specialty gases vacuum waste neutralization)
  • Electrical distribution standby power and controls supporting utility plants; not required but a plus if able.
• Develop estimates from conceptual through 100% construction documents
• Perform quantity takeoffs from narratives drawings P&IDs specifications and equipment schedules
• Create assemblies and system-level pricing for complex utility systems
• Build cost models for plant equipment piping systems controls
• Familiarity with skid-mounted systems prefabrication and modular utility plants
• Mentoring and teaching estimators junior estimators and interns as needed

Trade Coordination & Procurement

• Solicit analyze and level subcontractor and vendor bids for Mechanical Plumbing Controls & Equipment suppliers (boilers chillers pumps skids etc.)
• Conduct scope reviews and clarification meetings with subcontractors
• Identify scope gaps overlaps and risk areas
• Support buyout and final subcontractor selection

Budgeting GMP & Financial Control

• Develop and maintain MP budgets and cost plans
• Support GMP development and validation
• Prepare escalation contingency and risk allowances
• Track estimate-to-budget alignment
• Provide cost impact analysis for scope design or schedule changes
• Suggest and evaluate Value Management options to maintain budget and / or schedule

Design & Engineering Collaboration

• Work closely with:
  • Mechanical and electrical engineers
  • Process engineers
  • Owners and facility engineers
• Participate in design reviews focused on constructability cost and phasing
• Lead MP value engineering and cost-reduction strategies
• Evaluate alternative equipment materials and system designs

Risk Management

• Identify cost schedule and constructability risks related to utility plants and process systems
• Support risk registers develop mitigation strategies and contingency planning
• Knowledge of commissioning and start-up requirements

Documentation & Reporting

• Produce detailed estimate backups and narratives
• Prepare bid comparisons scope sheets and cost summaries
• Support executive and owner presentations
• Maintain estimating databases and historical cost records

WHAT YOU BRING:

• S. in either Mechanical engineering or related field and/or an equivalent combination of 15 years of technical training and construction experience
• Experience should be in the local construction market
• Demonstrate knowledge of the regional construction market and a keen understanding of costs and pricing
• Knowledge of construction contracts is a must
• Excellent organizational supervisory and decision-making and problem-solving skills are essential
• Experience in construction estimating and related functions preferred
• Knowledge of commissioning and start-up requirements
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment
• Must have excellent time management and prioritization skills
• A strong attention to detail high level of ownership organizational skills controlled sense of urgency and the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Advanced management or technical training preferred
• Demonstrate integrity respect and excellence in their work
• Fluency in Excel
• Fluency in English
• Strong knowledge of:
  • HVAC and hydronic systems
  • Steam chilled water and condenser water plants
  • Process piping and utility systems
• Experience estimating design-build and GMP projects
• Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software (e.g. Sage OST Bluebeam Excel or similar)
• Ability to read and interpret:
  • P&IDs / One-lines
  • Mechanical and electrical plans
  • Specifications and equipment schedules
• Willingness and ability to take responsibility as a lead estimator for applicable projects

BENEFITS:

• BOND offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance a 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution paid time off including vacation sick leave and holidays employer-paid life and disability insurance and access to additional voluntary benefits.
• The expected salary range for this role is $160000 to $245000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience skills and qualifications.

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.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and may lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:

BOND has a culture of and is committed to treating its employees with dignity and respect and maintaining a work environment that lives by its core values: Integrity Commitment Teamwork Innovation and Excellence.

BOND is an equal opportunity employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and we are committed to accommodating those with disabilities. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex/gender national origin age disability ancestry veteran status or military obligations sexual orientation reproductive health decision making genetic information protective hairstyles domestic violence experience or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

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Required Experience:

Senior IC