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Sr. Process Mechanical Estimator - Food & Beverage

The Haskell Company

Jacksonville, Florida

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Bid Packages, Bidding, Budget Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Estimating Software, Construction Document Set, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Design Document, Documentation, Equipment Specification, Food Production, Food and Beverage Industry, Haskell, Historical Cost Principle, Mechanical Design, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Pricing, Procurement Planning, Project Development, Project Evaluation, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Proposal Writing, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation
LOCATION
Jacksonville, Florida
POSTED
18 days ago
Overview:

At Haskell, you’re not just joining a company, you’re joining a nationally recognized Top Workplace where diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking drive stronger outcomes. Whether you’re starting out, growing your expertise, or leading the way, you’ll find a culture grounded in trust, driven by excellence, and built to support your goals. Here, you’ll have the opportunity, flexibility, and sense of belonging to grow your career your way—while making a real impact. 

The Senior Process Mechanical Estimator is responsible for developing accurate, comprehensive cost estimates for large-scale food and beverage manufacturing projects. This role involves analyzing project drawings, specifications, and technical requirements to produce detailed quantity takeoffs for mechanical systems and process equipment.

 
Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop project budgets and competitive bid proposals

  • Perform risk assessments and identify potential cost or schedule impacts

  • Support value‑engineering efforts to optimize project performance and cost

  • Utilize estimating software and construction methodologies to produce accurate, detailed estimates

  • Communicate effectively with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients

  • Maintain strong organizational and analytical practices to ensure thorough and accurate project documentation

  • Review and interpret construction documents, mechanical drawings, specifications, and equipment schedules for projects
  • Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for process mechanical systems 
  • Develop accurate material, labor, and equipment cost estimates 
  • Solicit, scope, and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals to ensure alignment with project requirements
  • Prepare complete bid packages, including pricing summaries, clarifications, exclusions, and risk assessments
  • Participate in constructability reviews and collaborate with engineering, operations, and project management to ensure accurate assumptions
  • Support value‑engineering efforts by identifying cost‑saving alternatives without compromising design intent or performance
  • Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of industry pricing, market conditions, and mechanical installation methodology
  • Track historical cost data to support continuous improvement of estimating accuracy
  • Assist preconstruction and project teams during handoff, procurement, and early planning phases as needed
  • Other duties which may be assigned as needed
Education/Experience:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or accredited construction-related curriculum
  • A minimum of 5 years of estimating experience preferred or 15 years of relevant experience in the construction industry
To thrive in this role, you'll need:

  • Professional experience estimating process and packaging mechanical scopes for large-scale food and beverage manufacturing projects 

  • Ability to read, interpret, and analyze complex mechanical and process design documents

  • Estimating software experience required, Beck Destini Estimator and FastPIPE or pipe estimating software preferred

  • Proficiency with construction estimating software and Excel-based estimating tools

  • Strong communication skills for coordinating with vendors, subcontractors, engineers, and internal teams

  • Experience with Design-Build and CMAR (Construction Manager at Risk) project delivery methods

  • Proven computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office applications

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference.

 

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.

 

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification. 

 

Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace.

 

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