Estimator/Project Manager - Commercial MEP Construction

Tiello-1; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

401(k)

PTO + holidays

Vehicle allowance

Phone support

Professional development

Career advancement

Project pipeline

Job summary

Tiello in Kansas City seeks an experienced Estimator/Project Manager to own commercial MEP projects from bid through turnover. You will estimate, bid, procure, and lead projects closely with field teams, design teams, and owners.

The role combines estimating expertise with project leadership in a privately held KC contractor, offering substantial bonus potential and long-term growth within a diverse portfolio of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating and/or managing commercial mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, piping, or broader MEP construction projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation.
• Ability to prepare detailed takeoffs, estimates, budgets, and change-order pricing.
• Experience managing project costs, schedules, procurement, subcontractors, and field coordination.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects from award through final completion.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and cost projections.
• Coordinate with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Prepare and manage subcontracts, purchase orders, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation.
• Lead project kickoff, coordination, progress, and closeout meetings.
• Monitor labor productivity, material procurement, and project profitability.

Skills

Estimating

Project management

Commercial MEP

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Cost forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PM software

Job description

Compensation: $100,000-$125,000 Base Salary + Bonus Potential + Comprehensive Benefits

Employment Type: Full-Time | Commercial Construction | Mechanical & MEP Projects

About the Opportunity

Tiello is partnered with an established Kansas City-based general and mechanical contractor serving commercial, healthcare, institutional, manufacturing, and other technically demanding markets.

They provide preconstruction, construction, and service capabilities while self-performing key scopes of work to maintain stronger control over quality, efficiency, scheduling, and project outcomes. The company’s portfolio includes mechanical and electrical upgrades, HVAC and chilled-water systems, healthcare facilities, educational facilities, and complex commercial construction projects throughout the Kansas City region.

We’re seeking an experienced Estimator/Project Manager who can take ownership of commercial MEP projects from initial estimating and preconstruction through procurement, execution, closeout, and final turnover. This is an opportunity for someone who understands both the technical and financial sides of mechanical construction and enjoys building estimates, managing client relationships, coordinating field operations, and delivering successful projects.

What Makes This Opportunity Different

• Combined Estimating and Project Leadership: Maintain ownership from the initial bid and proposal through construction and final closeout.
• Established Kansas City Contractor: Join a privately held contractor with a longstanding reputation in the local construction market.
• Self-Perform Capabilities: Work closely with internal field teams and skilled trades, providing greater control over scheduling, quality, productivity, and project execution.
• Diverse Commercial MEP Portfolio: Support projects involving HVAC, plumbing, piping, equipment installation, mechanical systems, and related commercial construction scopes.
• Direct Client Interaction: Build relationships with owners, general contractors, design teams, vendors, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.
• Technical Project Exposure: Work on demanding projects where constructability, system coordination, cost control, and field planning are essential.
• Visible Impact: Play a direct role in project selection, estimating accuracy, profitability, and overall client satisfaction.
• Long-Term Growth Opportunity: Join an experienced team with opportunities to expand your leadership responsibilities as the company continues to grow.

Commercial MEP Project Scope

• Commercial HVAC and mechanical systems
• Plumbing and piping systems
• Central plant and equipment installations
• Boiler, chilled-water, and hydronic systems
• Mechanical and electrical upgrades
• Healthcare and institutional facilities
• Educational and municipal projects
• Manufacturing and industrial facilities
• Commercial renovations, additions, and tenant improvements
• Equipment replacements and system modernization
• Design-assist and negotiated construction projects
• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and supporting bid documents
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, piping, and related MEP scopes
• Develop labor, material, equipment, subcontractor, and general conditions pricing
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, clarifications, and project risks
• Prepare competitive bid proposals and conceptual budgets
• Evaluate constructability and recommend cost-saving alternatives
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, scope reviews, and client presentations
• Maintain accurate estimating documentation and historical cost information
• Support negotiated, design-assist, and plan-and-spec procurement methods
• Coordinate estimate handoff and turnover to field and project operations teams

Project Management Responsibilities

• Manage assigned projects from award through final completion
• Develop project budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and cost projections
• Coordinate with owners, general contractors, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel
• Prepare and manage subcontracts, purchase orders, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and project documentation
• Lead project kickoff, coordination, progress, and closeout meetings
• Monitor labor productivity, material procurement, committed costs, and overall project profitability
• Work closely with superintendents and field leadership to plan manpower, equipment, logistics, and sequencing
• Identify potential cost, schedule, design, and constructability issues before they affect project performance
• Maintain accurate cost forecasts and provide regular financial reporting
• Manage project billing, collections support, and subcontractor payment review
• Ensure projects meet applicable quality, safety, contractual, and scheduling requirements
• Oversee punch-list completion, commissioning support, closeout documentation, and final turnover
• Maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for repeat business

What We’re Looking For

• Experience estimating and/or managing commercial mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, piping, or broader MEP construction projects
• Strong understanding of commercial construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documentation
• Ability to prepare detailed takeoffs, estimates, budgets, and change-order pricing
• Experience managing project costs, schedules, procurement, subcontractors, and field coordination
• Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, piping, hydronic, and mechanical equipment systems
• Ability to identify constructability concerns and coordinate solutions with project teams
• Strong financial management and cost-forecasting skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard construction project management software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple active estimates and projects while maintaining attention to detail
• Established relationships within the Kansas City construction market are a plus
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is preferred
• Equivalent commercial mechanical construction experience will also be considered
• Performance-Based Bonus Potential
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Vehicle Allowance, Depending on Experience and Company Policy
• Phone and Technology Support
• Professional Development and Long-Term Career Advancement
• Established Pipeline of Commercial and Mechanical Construction Projects

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tiello is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.