Senior Mechanical Estimator: HVAC, Plumbing & Piping

NPAworldwide; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is seeking a senior Estimator in Newport News, VA to lead the estimating process for HVAC, Plumbing, and Mechanical Piping from conceptual design to final proposal. The role includes reviewing drawings and documents for pricing strategies, performing design calculations, and selecting equipment and materials.

You will evaluate labor productivity, contingencies, and cost-saving opportunities, solicit vendor quotes, and develop labor budgets for awarded projects.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of HVAC, Plumbing, and Mechanical Piping systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and construction documents.
• Solid understanding of plumbing and mechanical codes.
• Experience using estimating software such as AutoBid, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and similar tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strategic thinker with exceptional attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical discipline, or 10+ years field experience in HVAC, Plumbing, or Mechanical Piping, or 5+ years estimating experience in mechanical construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead the estimating process from conceptual design through final proposal.
• Prepare accurate estimates for HVAC, Plumbing, and Mechanical Piping projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents for pricing strategies.
• Perform design calculations and assist with equipment and material selection.
• Evaluate labor productivity, contingencies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Solicit, review, and analyze vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Develop labor budgets for awarded projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with contractors, owners, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Attend pre-bid, turnover, and project kickoff meetings.
• Support bid tracking, bid reviews, bid bonds, and document procurement.
• Mentor and assist Estimator Trainees and promote best practices.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Mechanical piping

Blueprint reading

AutoBid

Bluebeam

Excel

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related

10+ years field experience in HVAC, Plumbing, or Mechanical Piping

5+ years estimating experience in mechanical construction

Tools

AutoBid

Bluebeam

Excel

Job description

NPAworldwide is seeking a senior Estimator in Newport News, VA to lead the estimating process for HVAC, Plumbing, and Mechanical Piping from conceptual design to final proposal. The role includes reviewing drawings and documents for pricing strategies, performing design calculations, and selecting equipment and materials.

You will evaluate labor productivity, contingencies, and cost-saving opportunities, solicit vendor quotes, and develop labor budgets for awarded projects.