Mechanical Estimator – HVAC & Plumbing (Preconstruction)

RIMEPRO INC; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Job summary

RIMEPRO INC is seeking experienced HVAC and Plumbing Estimators to support its expanding preconstruction team in California. The role focuses on preparing detailed estimates for commercial projects, including healthcare, industrial, and institutional sectors, while collaborating with preconstruction and operations teams.

The position requires at least 5+ years in commercial estimating for mechanical contractors or subs, with strong takeoff, budgeting, and bid-management skills.

Qualifications

• Commercial HVAC and/or plumbing estimating experience.
• Ability to perform detailed takeoffs and develop labor/material estimates.
• Familiarity with design-build/design-assist/plan-and-spec projects.
• Strong Excel skills and bid management across multiple deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed HVAC and/or plumbing estimates for commercial projects.
• Perform material and labor takeoffs, cost analysis, and budgeting.
• Manage estimating and bidding from review to final proposal.
• Develop estimates for design-build, design-assist, and plan-and-spec projects.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and job walks to scope projects.
• Review drawings, specs, subcontractor pricing, and bid documents.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost savings.
• Coordinate with preconstruction leadership, PMs, and field teams.

Skills

HVAC estimating

Takeoffs

Budgeting

Bid development

Communication

Excel

Tools

Trimble AutoBid

Excel

Job description

RIMEPRO INC is seeking experienced HVAC and Plumbing Estimators to support its expanding preconstruction team in California. The role focuses on preparing detailed estimates for commercial projects, including healthcare, industrial, and institutional sectors, while collaborating with preconstruction and operations teams.

The position requires at least 5+ years in commercial estimating for mechanical contractors or subs, with strong takeoff, budgeting, and bid-management skills.