Estimator III

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Daikin Applied is seeking an Estimator III! The Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP) Estimator III is responsible for developing comprehensive cost estimates for complex, engineered hydronic projects, including modular central utility plants, mechanical and electrical infrastructure, and prefabricated industrial systems. The role combines strong construction knowledge with analytical capabilities and an understanding of mechanical, electrical, and structural systems. This position will collaborate closely with engineering, procurement, manufacturing, project management, and commercial teams to develop accurate, competitive, and executable project estimates.

Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location: Phoenix, Arizona - onsite

What you will do: 

• Perform quantity takeoffs for piping, structural steel, electrical systems, mechanical equipment, and associated construction materials.
• Review mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and structural designs to identify potential scope gaps.
• Support design-to-cost initiatives and recommend cost-effective alternatives.
• Participate in project reviews to ensure estimates reflect technical requirements and execution strategies.
• Collaborate with procurement to validate vendor pricing, material availability, and lead times.
• Evaluate supplier quotations for technical compliance, commercial competitiveness, and completeness.
• Develop detailed cost breakdowns supporting customer proposals and commercial negotiations.
• Work with sales and business development to establish pricing strategies and evaluate bid opportunities.
• Clearly document estimating assumptions, qualifications, exclusions, and contingencies.
• Develop accurate and comprehensive cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, fabrication, and installation activities.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and customer requirements to define project scope and estimating assumptions.
• Identify project cost drivers, risks, exclusions, contingencies, and value-engineering opportunities to improve cost competitiveness.
• Maintain estimating tools, databases, historical cost records, and productivity benchmarks to support reliable forecasting and cost modeling.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to evaluate designs for cost, constructability, manufacturability, and alignment with project execution strategies.
• Develop material takeoffs and RFQs, evaluate supplier and subcontractor quotations, and partner with procurement to validate pricing, availability, and lead times.
• Monitor market conditions, including commodity pricing, equipment costs, vendor trends, and construction labor rates, to ensure estimates remain current and competitive.
• Support customer proposals, bid reviews, pricing strategies, commercial negotiations, project handoffs, and change-order cost evaluations while documenting assumptions, qualifications, and exclusions.

What’s in it for you:  

• The ability to make an impact and shape your career with a company that is passionate about growth
• The support of an organization that believes it is vital to include and engage diverse people, perspectives, and ideas to achieve our best

Minimum Qualifications: 

• 4 Year Bachelor's Degree in or Equivalent in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• 4-6 years Construction estimating, industrial fabrication, mechanical or electrical contracting

Benefits:

• Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: 
• Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
• 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
• Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
• Short term and long-term disability
• 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company paid holidays
• Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual
• Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law
• Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

The typical annual base salary for this position ranges from $80,400 - $136,800 + 10% bonus in Arizona. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position falls. Individual base pay will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements, including verification of employment history, education, background screening, and drug testing where permitted by law. Safety-sensitive positions may require cannabis (marijuana) testing. All testing and employment decisions will comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.