Mechanical Piping Estimator

Paragon Mechanical•Morgan Hill, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Paragon Mechanical is hiring a Piping Estimator to support the company’s commercial and industrial piping division. This is a hands-on estimating role for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable reviewing plans, performing takeoffs, requesting vendor and subcontractor pricing, and preparing accurate estimates for mechanical piping projects. The right candidate will be able to read and understand bid documents, communicate clearly with general contractors and vendors, maintain accurate project information, and work closely with senior leadership and project managers to help Paragon submit complete, competitive, and accurate bids. This role is ideal for someone with experience in mechanical construction, commercial or industrial piping, construction takeoffs, or estimating support who is looking to grow within a well-established mechanical contractor.

Requirements

Experience in construction, mechanical contracting, piping, estimating, project coordination, or a related role
Ability to read and understand mechanical, architectural, and piping drawings and specifications
Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
Ability to perform construction takeoffs and organize estimate information
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and Bluebeam
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate professionally with general contractors, vendors, clients, and internal team members
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple bids, deadlines, and priorities
Customer service mindset and ability to build strong working relationships
Willingness to learn, adapt, and continuously improve in a fast-moving construction environment
High school diploma or equivalent
Strong computer proficiency, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Acrobat, and Bluebeam
Ability to read project documents and work carefully with technical information
Ability to work full-time from the Morgan Hill office

Nice To Haves

Experience with industrial and commercial piping projects
Prior experience with construction takeoffs or estimating
Previous experience in mechanical construction or commercial / industrial contracting
Experience using Bluebeam, Acrobat, Excel, Word, and Outlook
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
Experience supporting project managers, purchasing teams, or field operations
Familiarity with proposals, change orders, bid reviews, and estimating handoffs

Responsibilities

Review bid documents, drawings, specifications, scope sheets, and project requirements
Perform detailed piping takeoffs for commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects
Request quotes from vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers
Build complete and accurate estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs
Use Paragon’s estimating and software systems to prepare and maintain bid information
Track and organize project information, bid documents, proposals, change orders, and related communications
Communicate with general contractors, vendors, purchasing, internal team members, and clients
Work closely with senior executives, project managers, and operations teams to ensure estimates align with project goals, scope, timelines, and budgets
Attend job walks, bid reviews, project meetings, and internal coordination meetings as needed
Help maintain accurate records, change order logs, proposal information, and project-related documentation
Support a smooth handoff from estimating to project management once projects are awarded