Estimator IV (MEP)

PMCS Group, Inc.; California; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO: 120 hours annually

Holidays: 8 paid holidays

Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and

401(k) match

Professional Development: Up to $1,000

Parking: Provided

Job summary

PMCS Group, Inc. in the Los Angeles area is seeking a senior Estimator IV (MEP) to support complex construction projects across public-sector programs.

You will prepare, review, and analyze detailed cost estimates focused on MEP trades, reporting to the PMO Program Controls Manager and Lead Estimator. Responsibilities include preparing estimates from drawings and specs, conducting site visits, material takeoffs, and reviewing bids and change orders to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of recent professional estimating experience on building construction.
• 5–7 years of MEP estimating experience.
• BS/BA in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• Expert knowledge of cost estimating, contract pricing, Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build and JOC.
• Strong knowledge of building methods, MEP systems, local labor rates, and materials costs.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred: Prevailing Wage/Union labor rates, NECA/MCAA productivity, RSMeans, Accubid, Trimble MEP, Bluebeam Revu.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and analyze detailed construction cost estimates with focus on MEP.
• Review consultant estimates for accuracy, completeness, and cost containment.
• Prepare fair cost estimates for contractor proposals and extra work.
• Conduct site visits and gather information required to produce estimates.
• Complete material takeoffs and quantity surveys for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Analyze historical costs, vendor pricing, labor, materials, equipment, and profit.
• Review bids, quotes, change orders, claims, and value engineering reports.
• Develop scopes of work and detailed estimates from RFIs/RFCs independently of contractor proposals.
• Compare contractor proposals against internal estimates and identify discrepancies.
• Prepare technical evaluations, reports, memos, letters, and recommendations.
• Work with project managers, engineers, and architects to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Perform related estimating duties as required.

Skills

MEP estimating

Cost estimating

Excel

DSA/Cost control

Design-Build

Design-Bid-Build

Job Order Contracting

Education

BS/BA in Engineering or related field

Tools

RSMeans

Accubid

Trimble MEP

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Are you a senior-level estimator with strong Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing experience? Do you have a background estimating large building projects and want to work on major public-sector programs across Los Angeles?

PMCS Group, Inc. is looking for an experienced Estimator IV (MEP) to support complex construction projects across the Los Angeles area.

You must currently live in or be willing to relocate to the Los Angeles, CA area.

The Role

Reporting to the PMO Program Controls Manager and Lead Estimator, you will prepare, review, and analyze detailed construction cost estimates, with a particular focus on MEP trades.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare construction cost estimates from drawings, specifications, outlines, scope, and building type.
• Review consultant estimates for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and cost containment.
• Prepare fair cost estimates for contractor proposals and extra work.
• Conduct site visits and gather information required to produce estimates.
• Complete material takeoffs and quantity surveys for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Analyze historical costs, vendor pricing, labor, materials, equipment, and profit.
• Review bids, quotes, change orders, claims, and value engineering reports.
• Develop scopes of work and detailed estimates from RFIs/RFCs independently of contractor proposals.
• Compare contractor proposals against internal estimates and identify discrepancies.
• Prepare technical evaluations, reports, memos, letters, and recommendations.
• Work with project managers, engineers, and architects to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Perform related estimating duties as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of recent professional estimating experience on Type I, II, III, or V building construction.
• 5–7 years of MEP estimating experience.
• BS/BA in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field. Additional qualifying experience may substitute for education year-for-year.
• Expert knowledge of cost estimating, contract pricing, Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, and Job Order Contracting.
• Strong knowledge of building construction methods, MEP systems, local labor rates, and material costs.
• Strong Excel skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Preferred: Prevailing Wage/Union labor rates, NECA and MCAA productivity, RSMeans, Accubid, Trimble MEP, or Bluebeam Revu.

About Our Company

At PMCS Group, Inc., we’ve built our reputation on over 70 years of combined industry experience and a team of 130+ professionals with deep expertise in construction, engineering, architecture, and inspection. We don’t just manage projects—we deliver them to the highest standard, on time and within budget.

We’re proud to partner with clients such as the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), California State University (CSU) campuses, and other public agencies. Our work has a direct impact on communities, improving educational facilities and public infrastructure across California.

The Benefits

• PTO: 120 hours annually, accruing from day one and available after 30 days.
• Holidays: 8 paid holidays per year.
• Insurance: 100% employee Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, with Kaiser and Anthem Blue Cross options.
• 401(k): 100% match up to 3%, plus 50% of the next 2%, immediately vested.
• Professional Development: Up to $1,000 annually for qualifying education and license/certification renewals.
• Parking: Provided, up to $100 per month where applicable.