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# CAD & Design Automation Lead - Data Center / Mission Critical

- **Company:** Jobot
- **Location:** Addison, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Bluebeam, Accubid
- **Published:** May 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/cad-design-automation-lead-data-center-mission-critical-addison-texas/2769882356-2/

## About the Role

3-7+ years of mechanical estimating for a mechanical contractor (HVAC/piping focus).
Ability to interpret plans/specs for commercial, healthcare, education, government, light industrial, and lab/clean environments.
Proficiency with Bluebeam and Excel; experience with estimating platforms (e.g., FastPIPE/FastDUCT, Trimble/Accubid, QuoteSoft) is a plus.
Familiarity with labor units and standards (e.g., MCAA/SMACNA), and a working knowledge of relevant codes and typical mechanical systems.
Clear, professional communication; strong organization; deadline discipline; collaborative mindset.
Nice-to-have: exposure to design-assist/design-build, pre-fabrication, service estimating, and BIM/VDC coordination.

## Description

An established, growth-oriented mechanical contractor delivering complex commercial and industrial projects is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for HVAC and process piping scopes., An established, growth-oriented mechanical contractor delivering complex commercial and industrial projects is seeking an Estimator to prepare accurate, competitive bids for HVAC and process piping scopes. You'll partner closely with preconstruction, engineering/BIM/VDC, and operations to develop winning proposals and ensure a smooth turnover to project delivery., Estimate mechanical scopes-perform detailed takeoffs (sheet metal and piping), review plans/specs/addenda, and develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
Build complete proposals-assemble scope letters with clear inclusions/exclusions, alternates, and clarifications; prepare bid forms and breakout pricing.
Coordinate vendors & subs-solicit quotes, compare proposals, vet scope coverage, and cultivate competitive pricing.
Engage in pre-bid activities-attend walkthroughs, RFIs, and strategy meetings; identify risks, logistics constraints, and value-engineering options.
Collaborate cross-functionally-work with BIM/VDC, fabrication/pre-fab, and operations to validate constructability, phasing, and labor planning.
Handoff for execution-lead an organized turnover to project management; support estimate-to-budget alignment and early buyout.
Improve the system-maintain historical cost data; recommend process enhancements, productivity factors, and market benchmarks.


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