MEP Construction Chief Estimator

Diamond Peak Recruiting

United States

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance incentives
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and holidays
Career growth and development opportunities

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency seeks an experienced Mechanical Construction Chief Estimator to lead estimating operations on large commercial mechanical projects. This role involves overseeing the estimating team, managing bids, and driving strategic decisions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in mechanical construction estimating and team leadership.

Qualifications

  • Proven track record in mechanical construction estimating, team leadership, and project management.
  • Experience managing estimating teams and multimillion-dollar projects.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of estimators for commercial mechanical construction projects.
  • Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems.
  • Analyze project plans and subcontractor quotes to ensure accuracy.
  • Collaborate with project managers and clients to support bid strategy.
  • Implement best practices to improve estimating efficiency.

Skills

Leadership skills
Analytical skills
Communication skills

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Chief Estimator to lead estimating operations for large commercial mechanical projects. This role oversees the entire estimating team, manages bids, and drives strategic decisions to secure high-value contracts.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in mechanical construction estimating, team leadership, and large-scale project management.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and mentor a team of estimators for commercial mechanical construction projects
  • Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for HVAC, piping, and plumbing systems
  • Analyze project plans, specifications, and subcontractor quotes to ensure accuracy
  • Collaborate with project managers, executives, and clients to support bid strategy
  • Implement best practices to improve estimating efficiency and profitability
Requirements:
  • Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills
  • Proven success managing estimating teams and multimillion-dollar projects
  • Competitive salary with performance incentives
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Career growth and development opportunities
Seniority level and Employment type
  • Mid-Senior level
  • Full-time
Job function and Industries
  • Project Management and Management
  • Construction, Building Construction, and Specialty Trade Contractors
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