Chief Mechanical Estimator
About The Position
This position is with a highly respected mechanical contractor that focuses on delivering plumbing, piping, HVAC, and sheet-metal systems for commercial and industrial builds. With decades of experience behind them, the company is known for reliability, accuracy, and consistent performance on mechanical scopes reaching up to $30M. The culture emphasizes teamwork, accountability, and precision, while offering strong long-term growth opportunities for its employees. The Chief Mechanical Estimator leads the full mechanical/MEP estimating function, overseeing strategic bid development, department leadership, and enterprise-level preconstruction planning. This role partners closely with executive leadership to drive profitability, competitiveness, and operational excellence across large-scale mechanical projects.
Requirements
- Technical college degree OR Journeyman plumber/pipefitter experience in place of a degree
- At least 5 years of commercial construction estimating experience
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Access), Quikpen, and AutoCAD
- Strong collaboration skills and familiarity with construction management processes
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Leadership: Ability to lead estimating projects and coordinate with teams
- Time management: Handle multiple bids and tight deadlines
- Negotiation: Work with subcontractors, vendors to get competitive pricing
- Risk awareness: Identify potential cost, scope, and schedule risks
Nice To Haves
- PE license or equivalent mechanical expertise.
- Background in HVAC, plumbing, piping, and controls.
- Experience with design-build or complex mechanical construction environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead the estimating department, including staffing, training, development, performance management, and workload oversight.
- Own enterprise preconstruction strategy, including bid strategy, competitive positioning, margin control, and risk management.
- Direct high-level estimating for mechanical/MEP systems on large commercial, industrial, and mission-critical projects.
- Represent estimating at the executive level, participating in strategic planning, forecasting, and operational alignment.
- Build, implement, and oversee estimating workflows, processes, systems, templates, and QA/QC standards.
- Collaborate with Business Development to support proposals, presentations, and client communications.
- Ensure accurate cost modeling, conceptual estimates, and multi-discipline coordination for complex mechanical scopes.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- Referral incentives and career growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
