Lead Mechanical Piping Preconstruction Estimator

100Hires, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

100Hires, Inc. seeks a seasoned bid estimator to own end-to-end bid management for commercial, healthcare, K–12, and industrial projects. You will handle quantification, pricing strategy, and proposal development, partnering with vendors and subcontractors to secure competitive bids.

Your role includes scope definitions, post-award buyouts, and lessons learned through post-mortems to improve future pursuits. Willingness to relocate is valued, with relocation support as needed.

Qualifications

• Construction and piping background with substantial bidding experience.
• Knowledge of national piping codes applied within estimates and scopes.
• Sector versatility: commercial, healthcare, K–12, or industrial; plus ability to produce conceptual estimates (budgets, schematic design).
• Vendor/subcontractor relationships that yield timely, competitive pricing.
• Proficiency in Quotesoft, Accubid, or comparable estimating tools.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end bid management, including quantification, pricing strategy, and proposal development.
• Scope-letter writing that crisply defines inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications.
• Coordinating quotes and coverage with qualified vendors and subcontractors.
• Project handoffs and kickoffs that set construction up for success.
• Buyouts and post-award support to align scope and cost.
• Post-mortems that capture lessons learned and improve the next pursuit.

Skills

Bid management

Quantification

Pricing strategy

Proposal development

Vendor management

Communication

Tools

Quotesoft

Accubid

Job description

100Hires, Inc. seeks a seasoned bid estimator to own end-to-end bid management for commercial, healthcare, K–12, and industrial projects. You will handle quantification, pricing strategy, and proposal development, partnering with vendors and subcontractors to secure competitive bids.

Your role includes scope definitions, post-award buyouts, and lessons learned through post-mortems to improve future pursuits. Willingness to relocate is valued, with relocation support as needed.