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Direct contact from agencies to other employees is not permitted.\nFrontier-Kemper-Lake Shore division, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking aMechanical Estimator to join our office in Evansville, IN.\nAbout Frontier-Kemper\nExcellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction\nAt Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in the engineering and construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexity. Our FKC-Lake Shore division provides design/build/install services for innovative Hoisting and Vertical Conveyance Systems. Our goal is to be the industry’s best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.\nNotable public and private sector clients include major transportation authorities in Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle; Gateway Development Commission; public works authorities in New York, Los Angeles, and Vancouver; Federal agencies; and mining clients for gold, copper, potash, salt, and coal.\nExtraordinary Projects, Exceptional Performance\nDESCRIPTION:\nAs a Mechanical Estimator at Frontier-Kemper, you will have the opportunity to be responsible for developing accurate, competitive, and complete cost estimates for mechanical systems, such as hoists and ventilation fans, supporting underground mining and underground heavy operations. This role leads the mechanical estimating effort from early concept through final bid proposal, partnering closely with engineering, operations, procurement, and project management to define scope, validate constructability, quantify work, and evaluate risk. The ideal candidate brings underground mining experience, a strong understanding of mechanical systems, and the ability to move projects from the conceptual level into executable plans.\nPrepare conceptual, preliminary, and definitive estimates for underground mining mechanical systems scope (CAPEX/OPEX as applicable).\n\nPerform detailed quantity takeoffs from drawings, models, and specifications for mechanical packages.\n\nDevelop pricing for labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, indirects, temporary systems, logistics, and commissioning/start-up support.\n\nSolicit and analyze vendor and subcontractor quotes, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and site constraints.\n\nBuild and validate project-based deliverables and maintain historical database and records for streamlining future processes.\n\nLead estimating inputs for:\nUnderground mechanical installations (hoisting systems, piping, pumping/dewatering, ventilation components, compressed air, process/mechanical equipment, material handling, and ancillary systems)\n\nFabrication and installation planning\n\nTemporary works and construction support systems\n\nIdentify and price risk, contingency, allowances, and exclusions; document estimate basis and assumptions.\n\nParticipate in bid strategy, value engineering, and constructability reviews with customers, operations and engineering.\n\nSupport proposal development: clarifications, scope narratives, estimate summaries, and bid close packages.\n\nCollaborate with project planning/controls to integrate schedule assumptions and sequencing into the estimate.\n\nMaintain and improve a historical cost database, benchmarking, and lessons learned for underground mechanical work.\n\nSupport handoff to project teams after award (estimate validation, budget setup, change/trend alignment).\n\nREQUIREMENTS:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required.\n\nBachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mining Engineering (strongly preferred).\n\n5+ years of project estimating experience, preferably in an underground mining or heavy industrial environment with significant mechanical scope.\n\n10+ years in engineering, project planning, and/or project management, with demonstrated ability to align estimate scope to execution strategy.\n\nProven experience producing estimates for underground mechanical work packages, including labor/equipment build-ups and indirect cost modeling.\n\nAbility to interpret and apply:\n\nMechanical drawings, P&IDs, layouts, specifications, and vendor data\n\nContract requirements (commercial terms, scope boundaries, alternates, unit rates)\n\nStrong knowledge of construction methods, safety requirements, and work constraints.\n\nAdvanced proficiency in projects such as AutoCAD, Excel (cost models, pivot tables, lookups, rate builds, scenario analysis) and Project (or similar).\n\nAbility to work independently on multiple assignments, balancing priorities relative to customer deliverables.\n\nOUR MISSION\nWe build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.\nOUR VISION\nWe strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.\nFrontier-Kemperbuilds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent. 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