Technical Solutions Inc. is currently seeking an Intermediate Capital Cost Estimator for our client in the Pittsburgh, PA area. The Intermediate Capital Cost Estimator will require a strong focus on the mechanical discipline. You will develop accurate cost estimates for mechanical equipment, specialized piping, HVAC, and structural components for industrial manufacturing and Food & Beverage projects. You have a grasp of hygienic design principles and how HACCP requirements impact the pricing and execution of mechanical scopes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Estimate Development: Prepare detailed material take-offs (MTOs) from P&IDs and 3D models for process piping, sanitary/hygienic piping (304/316L SS), and utility piping (chilled water, compressed air, steam).
- HACCP & Hygienic Design: Apply HACCP principles to mechanical estimating, ensuring accurate pricing for sanitary design elements such as orbital welding (including specialized inspection/boroscopy), elimination of dead legs, surface finish (Ra) requirements, and CIP/SIP (Clean/Sterilize-In-Place) systems.
- Equipment Pricing: Solicit and evaluate vendor budgetary quotes for specialized F&B equipment, including homogenizers, pasteurizers, sanitary pumps, and advanced material handling systems.
- Brownfield Allowances: Apply specific productivity adjustments for brownfield environments, accounting for dust control, temporary hygienic hoarding, and tie-ins to live sanitary mechanical systems.
- Labor Norms: Apply standard industry labor man-hour norms to mechanical installations and adjust for site-specific conditions, clean-build requirements, and specialized sanitary welding rates.
- AACE Compliance: Assist in the preparation of AACE Class 3 and Class 2 detailed estimates, ensuring clear basis of estimate (BOE) documentation.
Qualifications:
- 4-7 years of estimating experience specifically focused on mechanical and piping disciplines within industrial, manufacturing, or F&B sectors.
- Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field.
- Demonstrated knowledge of hygienic design standards, HACCP construction requirements, and sanitary piping systems.
- Familiarity with AACE Recommended Practices; actively working towards AACE certification is an asset.
- Experience with consulting cost and schedule risk assessments a plus
Technical Solutions Inc. provides a wide range of staffing services throughout Western Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia. Simplify the job search process by letting us do all the work! With 30 years of expertise, we have the resources, techniques and insights to guide your job search. Our staff will work with you one-on-one to understand your needs and discuss your options. We can even send your resume to multiple job openings that you are a fit for, giving you opportunities to choose from. We reach out to hiring managers for feedback, coordinate and schedule interviews, and advocate on your behalf so that you get the best offer possible. At TSI, we genuinely care about our employees and want to see you succeed. No candidate is ever promised something we do not deliver. The best part is that there are no fees or cost for any of our services. For more information on our company and to view all of our exciting job opportunities, please visit
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