Senior Estimator

Legence • Beltsville, MD

23d • $67 - $81 • Onsite

About The Position

The Bowers Group, a Legence company, is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to support mechanical and plumbing construction projects from concept through bid submission. The role develops accurate, timely, and competitive cost estimates and partners closely with operations, project management, vendors, and clients. The position is onsite daily in Beltsville, Maryland, and may be union or non-union. Typical working hours are 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Bowers Group provides mechanical construction, service, and repair solutions across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Its work serves clients in sectors including general contracting, technology, healthcare, government, and property management. The company emphasizes quality, cost control, reliability, teamwork, accountability, and respect.

The hourly rate is $67.00–$81.00. The role is also eligible for an annual performance-based bonus; eligibility and payout depend on the role, individual performance, and company performance and are not guaranteed. U.S. work authorization is required, and visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of estimating experience in mechanical and/or plumbing construction.
• Strong proficiency with Quote Express, AutoBid/AutoBid Pro (or AutoBid Visual), and MS Office Suite.
• Demonstrated experience reading and interpreting MEP specifications and construction drawings.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current U.S. work authorization; visa sponsorship is not available.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer service experience with internal and external partners.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational and time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience estimating design-assist projects.
• Field experience in mechanical or plumbing construction.
• Experience with scheduling, takeoffs, and cost databases.
• Ability to mentor junior estimators.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed and accurate mechanical and/or plumbing estimates for commercial and industrial projects.
• Analyze drawings, MEP specifications, and bid documents to develop complete scopes of work.
• Use estimating software such as Quote Express, AutoBid/AutoBid Pro, or similar platforms to generate pricing.
• Solicit, review, and analyze subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Identify constructability issues, scope gaps, and potential cost risks.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and operations teams during preconstruction.
• Participate in bid reviews, value engineering efforts, and proposal preparation.
• Maintain historical cost data and lessons learned to improve estimating accuracy.
• Provide post-bid support and assist with project handoff.

Benefits

• Company-paid medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• Accident and sickness benefit.
• Basic group life and AD&D coverage.
• Comprehensive paid time off (PTO) program.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus, with eligibility and payout determined by role, individual performance, and company performance and not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED