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Senior Mechanical Estimator - HVAC, Plumbing & Piping | Relocation Assistance Available | $95,000-$115,000
Drive the success of major mechanical construction projects by developing accurate estimates, shaping winning bid strategies, and helping deliver profitable HVAC, plumbing, and piping solutions for a company with over 70 years of industry stability. This opportunity offers the chance to work on diverse commercial, industrial, and institutional projects while playing a key role in project growth and team development.
What You'll Do
Lead estimating efforts for complex mechanical construction projects from early design concepts through final bid submission.
Responsibilities include:
Drive the success of major mechanical construction projects by developing accurate estimates, shaping winning bid strategies, and helping deliver profitable HVAC, plumbing, and piping solutions for a company with over 70 years of industry stability. This opportunity offers the chance to work on diverse commercial, industrial, and institutional projects while playing a key role in project growth and team development.
What You'll Do
Lead estimating efforts for complex mechanical construction projects from early design concepts through final bid submission.
Responsibilities include:
- Prepare detailed HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical piping estimates for projects at various stages of development.
- Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documents to develop accurate and competitive pricing.
- Perform design calculations and assist with equipment, material, and system selections.
- Analyze labor requirements, material costs, subcontractor pricing, and project risks.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and strategies to improve bid competitiveness.
- Review vendor and subcontractor proposals and incorporate pricing into final estimates.
- Build strong relationships with general contractors, suppliers, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
- Participate in pre-bid meetings, turnover meetings, and project planning discussions.
- Develop labor budgets and support project teams after contract award.
- Assist with bid tracking, bid reviews, bid bonds, and procurement of project documents.
- Mentor Estimator Trainees and contribute to the development of the estimating team.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical piping systems.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.
- Understanding of applicable mechanical and plumbing codes.
- Experience with estimating tools such as AutoBid, Bluebeam, and Excel.
- Strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with attention to detail.
- Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
- 5 years of mechanical estimating experience OR 10 years of HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical piping field experience.
Salary : $95,000 - $115,000