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Mechanical Estimator in Chicago

Date Posted: 19 October 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Chicago, IL | Full Time, Permanent | $90,000 to $125,000

About the Company

gpac partners with well established commercial mechanical contractors in the Chicago market performing HVAC, plumbing and piping work on commercial and industrial projects.

About the Role

The Mechanical Estimator prepares complete estimates for HVAC, plumbing and piping work on commercial and industrial projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform takeoffs and build cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment and subcontractors

• Review drawings and specifications for HVAC, plumbing and piping scopes

• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing

• Prepare bid packages and proposals

• Identify value engineering opportunities

• Hand off awarded work to project management

Required

• 3+ years of mechanical estimating experience

• Ability to read mechanical drawings and specifications

• Understanding of mechanical construction methods, materials and pricing

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or a related field

• QuickPen, Autobid, Trimble or similar estimating software

• Bluebeam

Compensation and Benefits

• $90,000 to $125,000, based on experience

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and retirement

Why Join

• Access to several Chicago mechanical contractors through one conversation

• Confidential conversations about the projects and teams that fit you

To confidentially express your interest, send your resume to anna.boyd@gogpac.com for more information on this or any other positions you may be interested in.

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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