Mechanical & Plumbing Estimator

R & R Mechanical, LLC•Washington, DC

6d•$90,000 - $120,000

About The Position

R&R Mechanical is seeking an experienced Mechanical and Plumbing Estimator to prepare and/or coordinate complete mechanical, plumbing, and piping estimates for commercial projects of varying sizes, based on client plans, specifications, and contract documents. The estimator handles takeoffs, pricing, and production of the final estimate, evaluates vendor and subcontractor proposals—including inclusions and exclusions—and verifies quantities, takeoffs, and pricing against established bid checklists. The role owns assigned bids and works closely with estimating and preconstruction leadership. It reports directly to the Estimating Manager. R&R Mechanical is a full-service mechanical contractor specializing in mechanical, HVAC, and plumbing construction for commercial clients. Its work includes design-build and design-assist projects, tenant fit-outs, base and new building construction, school construction, and specialty piping projects.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical construction estimating.
Relevant technical knowledge.
Knowledge of estimating software.
Strong administrative and communication skills.
High school diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
Ability to read, interpret, and analyze routine business communications and compose standard business correspondence.
Ability to present information, data, facts, and figures across organizational levels.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, including arithmetic, averages, and percentages.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs and physically survey equipment at job sites.
Ability to perform outdoor work in year-round weather conditions while surveying equipment.
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

Gather information for each estimating job by engaging with internal stakeholders, vendors, and other information sources.
Interpret field conditions to determine project direction and establish costs for project requirements, including when drawings, plans, or specifications are unavailable.
Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and requirements to formulate pricing strategies.
Work with estimating, engineering, and sales departments to analyze customer requirements and develop a winning strategy.
Maintain a working knowledge of applicable code requirements.
Assess optimal costs and availability for equipment, materials, and labor.
Use estimating documentation and programs to prepare bills of material and labor estimates for quotations.
Complete documentation on time and in an organized manner consistent with company policies and management directives.
Prepare and/or coordinate complete mechanical, plumbing, and piping estimates, including takeoffs, pricing, and final estimates.
Evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals, including inclusions and exclusions, and verify quantities, takeoffs, and pricing against bid checklists.
Own assigned bids and collaborate with estimating and preconstruction leadership.