Lead Plumbing & Mechanical Estimator - Commercial Projects

Upchurch; Mississippi; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

Professional development and certific?c

Job summary

Upchurch is seeking a Senior Plumbing Estimator to lead the estimating process for plumbing and mechanical construction projects. You will evaluate drawings, specs, and requirements to develop accurate, competitive cost estimates while identifying risks and value-engineering opportunities.

You will work closely with preconstruction, project management, vendors, and subcontractors to support project awards and execution, traveling as needed for site visits and pre-bid activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 8-12+ years of plumbing or mechanical estimating experience in the construction industry.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing/HVAC systems, materials, labor productivity, and installation methods.
• Proficiency with estimating software (AutoBid, Bluebeam).
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of plumbing and mechanical cost estimates for commercial and industrial construction projects.
• Perform detailed material, labor, and equipment takeoffs from drawings and specifications.
• Develop conceptual and design-build budgets during early project phases.
• Solicit, review, and level vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Analyze project risks, scope gaps, and constructability issues.
• Prepare detailed bid proposals, clarifications, and value engineering options.
• Collaborate with project management and operations during handoff and project start-up.
• Maintain historical cost data and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating tools and processes.
• Review change order pricing and support post-award estimating as needed.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, site walks, and client presentations as required.

Skills

Estimating

Plumbing/HVAC

Reading drawings

Leadership

Preconstruction collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in ME/CM

Tools

AutoBid

Bluebeam

Job description

Upchurch is seeking a Senior Plumbing Estimator to lead the estimating process for plumbing and mechanical construction projects. You will evaluate drawings, specs, and requirements to develop accurate, competitive cost estimates while identifying risks and value-engineering opportunities.

You will work closely with preconstruction, project management, vendors, and subcontractors to support project awards and execution, traveling as needed for site visits and pre-bid activities.