Senior Mechanical Estimator / Quantity Surveyor

Turner & Townsend

. Prepare and present mechanical cost estimates and quantity take-offs .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • United StatesSenior💰 $140,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical cost estimating, quantity take-offs, and commercial management within the construction industry, with a strong focus on procurement strategies and contract evaluation. Proficient in managing complex mechanical building services and providing commercial recommendations based on thorough analysis and industry standards.

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Mechanical Cost EstimatingQuantity Take-OffsConstruction Contracts KnowledgeRICS AccreditationDigital Cost Management Tools

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Hard Skills

Cost ManagementChange Order NegotiationClass 3 EstimatesValue EngineeringBIM-Based Quantity Extraction

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsClient Advisory

Tools & Technologies

MS SuiteBluebeamEstimating SoftwareCost Estimating Software

Certifications & Qualifications

RICS Certification

Industry Keywords

Quantity SurveyingConstruction ConsultancyMechanical Dry/Wet SystemsProcurement RoutesMCAASMACNARS MeansSemiconductor Facility Infrastructure

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and present mechanical cost estimates and quantity take-offs
Independently manage commercial aspects of complex Mechanical Building Services and Process Utility installations
Advise clients on procurement strategies
Manage vendor prequalification and assess proposals, bids, change orders, and bid levelling documents
Make final recommendations to clients
Attend and chair bid interviews and manage the appointment process
Evaluate contractor and subcontractor tenders and prepare commercial recommendations
Review, validate, and negotiate variations, change orders, and compensation events
Provide side-by-side cost comparisons
Review change orders and validate quantities, rates, and scopes against industry practices and contract documents
Self-perform Class 3 estimates on select submissions
Manage, review, and present complicated change-order estimates prepared by the estimating department
Benchmark performance against successful commissions
Assist with change management in a fast-track design and construction environment
Use Bid Analysis Sheets, Change Control Forms, cost estimating software, and take-off software
Provide commercial management support for specialist mechanical systems
Adhere to applicable SOX control responsibilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a Quantity Surveying and/or estimating role in the construction industry
Strong knowledge of construction contracts
RICS accredited or working towards it is valuable
Experience supporting cost management on medium or large sized construction projects
Construction consultancy experience strongly preferred
Good knowledge of procurement routes, value management, and value engineering
Strong communication skills
Experience with mechanical dry/wet systems, plumbing, fire suppression, and process systems is valuable
Familiarity with MCAA, SMACNA, and RS Means is valuable
Proficiency with MS Suite, Bluebeam, digital cost management tools, and/or estimating software
BIM-based quantity extraction is a plus
Knowledge of semiconductor facility infrastructure and construction methodologies is a plus
Ability to understand Class 2 estimates is preferred
RICS certification is a plus
Applicants must accurately represent their personal experience, accomplishments, and skills and discuss resume examples during interviews

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work option
Flexible working environment
Work-life balance support
Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace
Opportunity to affect change
Productivity tools, including AI, welcomed during application preparation