Mechanical Estimator - Construction

CyberCoders; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation covered

Full benefits included

Health, dental, vision

Job summary

CyberCoders in Gardena, CA is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to drive bidding across plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection projects. You will own the full bid lifecycle, review takeoffs for accuracy, and collaborate with vendors, subs, and internal teams to sharpen every bid.

Requires 3+ years in plumbing/HVAC estimating, strong MS Office and digital takeoff skills; Autobid a plus. A bachelor's in Engineering or Construction Management is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of estimating experience in plumbing and HVAC, with deep knowledge of construction estimating principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital takeoff software is required.
• Autobid experience is a plus.
• A bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management is preferred, though equivalent field experience in plumbing or HVAC before estimating will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the estimating team while owning the full bid lifecycle from initial review through award.
• Review takeoffs and estimates for accuracy and competitiveness, conduct site visits and pre-bid meetings.
• Collaborate with vendors, subs, and internal teams to sharpen every bid and track costs against estimates.

Skills

Estimating experience

MS Office

Digital takeoff

Autobid

Education

Engineering/Construction Management degree

Tools

Autobid

Takeoff software

Job description

Mechanical Estimator

Location: Gardena, CA (client is open to covering full relocation expenses). Salary: $100K-$130K base.

We're looking for a Estimator to join our estimating team and drive the bidding process across plumbing, HVAC, and fire protection projects. This is a high-visibility role where your decisions directly shape project wins, margins, and long-term growth.

What You'll Do

Lead and develop the estimating team while owning the full bid lifecycle from initial review through award. You'll review takeoffs and estimates for accuracy and competitiveness, conduct site visits and pre-bid meetings, and collaborate with vendors, subs, and internal teams to sharpen every bid. You'll also track actual costs against estimates, monitor market conditions, and continuously improve estimating standards, data, and procedures.

What You Bring

3+ years of estimating experience in plumbing and HVAC, with deep knowledge of construction estimating principles. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital takeoff software is required. Autobid experience is a plus. A bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management is preferred, though equivalent field experience in plumbing or HVAC before estimating will be considered.

What to Expect

This is primarily an office-based role with regular fieldwork, including site visits involving walking on uneven terrain and exposure to varying weather conditions. All candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• 401 (k) with company match, paid time off, and paid holidays.

Full Benefits Included.

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