Estimator/Project Manager - Mechanical Plumbing/HVAC

The Jamar Company; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401K with Employer Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discounted Company Stock

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Referral Bonus Program

Training & Development

Perks Marketplace Discounts

Job summary

The Jamar Company is seeking an Estimator/Project Manager for Mechanical Plumbing/HVAC in Duluth, MN. You will develop accurate estimates, manage preconstruction activities, assess risk, and deliver value-driven solutions with project teams and subcontractors.

Responsibilities include pursuing competitive pricing, coordinating with owners, architects, and vendors, and leading multi-discipline cost studies across design stages. Eligible for profit sharing and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field; OR a two-year degree plus relevant experience; OR 5 years in commercial construction.
• Minimum of 3 years estimating experience with commercial mechanical systems, drawings, specs, and techniques.
• Proficient in MS Office and estimating software used in commercial mechanical construction.
• Strong organizational and time management; ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Valid state driver’s license required; experience in project management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals in a timely manner; align with objectives and budget targets.
• Communicate with owners, architects, and reps to clarify scope and negotiate pricing.
• Collaborate with PMs, account managers, and field leadership to align estimates with production.
• Build vendor/subcontractor relationships for competitive pricing and materials.
• Support cost estimating database and standard operating procedures.
• Prepare cost estimates for large multi-discipline projects across design stages.
• Lead project meetings and review schedules to clarify scope and agreements.
• Analyze project data, drawings, schedules, submittals, and specs.

Skills

Engineering degree

Construction Management

Architecture

Mechanical Technology

CAD Drafting

Project management

Estimating experience

Microsoft Office

Estimating software

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

Two-year degree in Mechanical Technology, CAD Drafting, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Estimating software

CAD software

Job description

Estimator/Project Manager - Mechanical Plumbing/HVAC

Build What’s Next with Jamar

At Jamar, innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence drive everything we do. As an Estimator/Project Manager, you'll play a critical role in helping bring complex commercial mechanical projects to life by developing accurate estimates, managing preconstruction activities, assessing risk, and delivering value-driven solutions for our customers.

In this role, you'll work closely with project managers, field leadership, customers, architects, engineers, vendors, and subcontractors throughout the preconstruction process. From conceptual budgeting and detailed estimating to proposal development and project handoff, you'll help ensure projects are positioned for success before work begins in the field.

If you're a strategic thinker with strong estimating expertise, exceptional relationship-building skills, and a passion for delivering high-quality solutions, you'll find a rewarding career with Jamar.

At a Glance

Pay: $75,400-$113,000 annual salary; dependent on relevant knowledge, skills, training, experience, and market conditions.

Employment Type: Full-Time/Exempt

Required Experience: 3+ years

Benefits Start: First of the month following 20 calendar days from date of hire.

What You’ll Do

• Follow established policies and procedures related to the proposal process, including estimating and proposals; prepare proposals in a timely manner, ensuring that they align with objectives and budget targets.
• Communicate directly with owners, architects, and representatives to clarify scope, negotiate pricing, and present value-driven alternatives
• Collaborate with project managers, account managers, and field leadership to ensure estimates align with production capabilities, labor strategies, and safety considerations.
• Build and maintain strong vendor and subcontractor relationships to secure competitive pricing and reliable material availability.
• Comply with the centralized cost estimating database and following formal standard operating procedure to support cost estimating, to ensure historical data is utilized.
• Prepare cost estimates for large, complex, multi-disciplined projects at various stages of design from conceptual and budget to detailed take-off and pricing; coordinate and lead project meetings and review schedules to fully understand agreements and work scope.
• Collect and analyze project data and information, equipment drawings, schedules, submittals, material lists, specifications, and other related documents.
• Support project management during all project phases.
• Work with the preconstruction team and Commercial leadership to identify opportunities to create efficiencies, cost savings and customer value enhancements.
• Perform analysis of collected data and metrics; determine project requirements and prepare and present complex proposals to project management for approval.
• Lead management of incoming and outgoing drawings and create and maintain appropriate logs for assigned construction projects until handoff to the execution team.
• Negotiate construction prices with service providers, vendors and subcontractors for competitive proposal development; obtain multiple quotes and select the most suitable offers. Evaluate offers to purchase.
• Prepare economic feasibility studies on changes and adjustments to cost estimates. Perform risk assessments to account for potential deviation from the project plan and resolve cost discrepancies as needed.
• Work with Industrial leadership to investigate and make recommendations to review and identify opportunities to create efficiencies, cost savings and customer value enhancements.
• Develop and foster an environment of open communication, collaboration and mutual respect; support team meetings, consistent communication, reporting and feedback both within your team and with leadership. Communicate with architects, engineers, clients, contractors, and subcontractors efficiently.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

• Required Qualifications
• Four-year degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field; OR a two-year degree in Mechanical Technology, CAD Drafting, or a related field PLUS a minimum of two (2) years of project-related experience; OR a minimum of five (5) years of commercial construction experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of estimating experience with a strong understanding of commercial mechanical systems, equipment, construction drawings, specifications, and techniques.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and estimating software relevant to commercial mechanical construction.
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license.
• Commercial mechanical project management experience is preferred.
• This position is eligible for profit sharing based on company performance in addition to other benefits that support the total well-being of you and your family. Some benefits include:
• Employer-Paid Coverage: Group Term Life, Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401K with Employer Match
• Discounted Company Stock (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Profit Sharing
• Generous Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Robust Training/Development & Professional Growth Opportunities
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to Perks Marketplace Discount Program
• Company Engagement, and More

About Jamar

Jamar is a solution-focused specialty services provider with a strong regional presence and national reach. We deliver dependable, industry-leading results through innovation, safety, and operational excellence. Our diverse and passionate team thrives on collaboration, values relationships, and is committed to making a positive impact. We are driven by growth, excellence, and the belief that the best ideas come from diverse perspectives.

Ready to Apply?

All offers of employment are expressly contingent upon the satisfactory completion, in accordance with Company policy, of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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