About this opportunity
BOND Building Construction lists this Senior Plant Mechanical Estimator (BOND Building) opportunity in boston, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At BOND, the work we do matters, but how we do it matters more. We invest in our people, stand behind our values, and approach every challenge with care, curiosity, and a responsibility to one another and the communities we serve.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE
At BOND, people aren’t a talking point. They are the reason we succeed. Our culture is built on long‑term relationships, shared accountability, and a belief that great work comes from teams who trust and support one another.
You’ll grow with intention. We invest in people for the long term, providing mentorship, development, and clear opportunities to build meaningful careers, not just fill roles.
You’ll work with integrity. Accountability, transparency, and trust guide how we operate. We own our work, support one another through challenges, and hold ourselves to a higher standard every day.
You’ll be supported as a whole person. We go beyond check‑the‑box safety and benefits. BOND prioritizes health, well‑being, and a culture where people look out for one another, on the job and beyond.
You’ll succeed together. Collaboration is how we work and grow. We rely on each other’s strengths, respect different perspectives, and celebrate progress as a team.
BUILD YOUR FUTURE AT BOND
At BOND, you’re not just taking a job. You’re choosing to be part of a team where values guide our work, people come first, and relationships are built to last.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Central utility plants (boilers, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers, etc.)
Process utility systems (clean steam, WFI, RO, compressed air, specialty gases, vacuum, waste neutralization)
Electrical distribution, standby power, and controls supporting utility plants; not required but a plus if able.
Develop estimates from conceptual through 100 % construction documents
Perform quantity takeoffs from narratives, drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and equipment schedules
Create assemblies and system‑level pricing for complex utility systems
Build cost models for plant equipment, piping systems, controls
Familiarity with skid‑mounted systems, prefabrication and modular utility plants
Mentoring and teaching estimators, junior estimators and interns as needed
Solicit, analyze, and level subcontractor and vendor bids for Mechanical, Plumbing, Controls & Equipment suppliers (boilers, chillers, pumps, skids, etc.)
Conduct scope reviews and clarification meetings with subcontractors
Identify scope gaps, overlaps, and risk areas
Support buyout and final subcontractor selection
Budgeting, GMP & Financial Control
Develop and maintain MP budgets and cost plans
Support GMP development and validation
Prepare escalation, contingency, and risk allowances
Provide cost impact analysis for scope, design, or schedule changes
Suggest and evaluate Value Management options to maintain budget and /or schedule
Design & Engineering Collaboration
Work closely with Mechanical and electrical engineers
Process engineers
Owners and facility engineers
Participate in design reviews focused on constructability, cost, and phasing
Lead MP value engineering and cost‑reduction strategies
Evaluate alternative equipment, materials, and system designs
Identify cost, schedule, and constructability risks related to utility plants and process systems
Support risk registers, develop mitigation strategies and contingency planning
Knowledge of commissioning and start‑up requirements
Documentation & Reporting
Produce detailed estimate backups and narratives
Prepare bid comparisons, scope sheets, and cost summaries
Support executive and owner presentations
Maintain estimating databases and historical cost records
WHAT YOU BRING:
S. in either Mechanical engineering or related field, and/or an equivalent combination of 15 + years of technical training and construction experience
Experience should be in the local construction market
Demonstrate knowledge of the regional construction market and a keen understanding of costs and pricing
Knowledge of construction contracts is a must
Excellent organizational, supervisory and decision‑making and problem‑solving skills are essential
Experience in construction estimating and related functions preferred
Knowledge of commissioning and start‑up requirements
Ability to work successfully in a team environment
Must have excellent time management and prioritization skills
A strong attention to detail, high level of ownership, organizational skills, controlled sense of urgency, and the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities
Advanced management or technical training preferred
Demonstrate integrity, respect, and excellence in their work
Fluency in Excel
Fluency in English
Strong knowledge of: HVAC and hydronic systems
Steam, chilled water, and condenser water plants
Process piping and utility systems
Experience estimating design‑build and GMP projects
Proficiency with estimating and takeoff software (e.g., Sage, OST, Bluebeam, Excel, or similar)
Ability to read and interpret: P&IDs One‑lines
Mechanical and electrical plans
Specifications and equipment schedules
Willingness and ability to take responsibility as a lead estimator for applicable projects
BENEFITS:
BOND offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution, paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays, employer‑paid life and disability insurance, and access to additional voluntary benefits.
The expected salary range for this role is $160,000 to $245,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and may lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:
BOND has a culture of and is committed to treating its employees with dignity and respect and maintaining a work environment that lives by its core values: Integrity, Commitment, Teamwork, Innovation, and Excellence.
BOND is an equal‑opportunity employer and abides by the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and we are committed to accommodating those with disabilities. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, veteran status or military obligations, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision making, genetic information, protective hairstyles, domestic violence experience or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Worksite address
boston, MA, 02298, US
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