Senior Mechanical Estimator (On-site)

B&I Contractors Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health insurance

401(k) with company match

Accrued vacation and sick time

Job summary

B&I Contractors Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Plumbing Estimator to join Florida's fastest growing MEP contracting team. In this role, you will develop strong customer relationships in the HVAC and Plumbing market, ensuring contract retention and maximizing profits through effective estimations.

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years of experience in commercial estimating and be proficient in reading blueprints. Join us to take advantage of extensive professional development and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement options.

Qualifications

• 5 years of Commercial HVAC and Plumbing Estimating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in selecting projects to bid and interpret specifications.
• Prepare and communicate requests for clarifications during estimating.
• Create competitive bids using estimating software.

Skills

Blueprint interpretation

Communication

HVAC product knowledge

Negotiation

Microsoft Office proficiency

Job description

About the Role

Are you looking to join Florida’s fastest growing MEP contracting team? B&I Contractors, Inc., a proud four-time winner of the Great Place to Work certification, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Plumbing Estimator to join our dynamic and expanding team.

Why Choose B&I Contractors, Inc.?

• Industry Leader: As Florida’s fastest growing MEP contractor, we specialize in large-scale commercial projects.
• Continuous Development: Benefit from our NCCER-certified in-house and online training that equips you with the skills needed to advance in your career.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy employer-paid health insurance, accrued vacation, and sick time, along with a wellness reimbursement program to support your overall well-being.
• Retirement Benefits: We are a 100% employee owned company with an ESOP. You can also participate in our 401(k) plan with company match and explore post‑tax Roth IRA options to secure your financial future.
• Established Legacy: Join a team of over 1500 employees contributing to our success since 1960, with a proven track record of excellence in mechanical contracting.

Senior Mechanical Estimator Overview

The Senior Mechanical Estimator develops long‑term customer relationships with specific sectors of the HVAC and Plumbing market, including contractors, consulting engineers, and owners. The goal is to promote B&I Contractors’ services and solutions to support contract customers, work with consulting engineers on default specifications, and act as a trusted advisor with account owners. Working with the Director of Preconstruction and other internal groups, the Senior Mechanical Estimator will ensure retention of assigned accounts and customers to maximize profit generation from accounts through influence on specifications and project scopes, achieve quarterly quotas and annual sales goals, and close sales on a monthly basis.

Essential Duties

• Assist Director of Preconstruction and estimating group to select projects to bid.
• Interpret specifications, blueprints and addendums.
• Prepare and communicate requests for information to clarify project scope during estimating process.
• Evaluate most efficient methods of installation and material usage to minimize projected costs/bids.
• Use agreed upon estimating software to create bids.
• Prepare competitive bids (bid forms, budgets, etc.) to meet the project’s needs.
• Make notes or clarifications on Contract/field drawing to assist Plumbing & HVAC Estimators, Superintendent and foreman with installation.
• Review with Plumbing and HVAC Superintendents the job estimate and takeoff as to when to mobilize project, material and manpower requirements.
• Prepare Fixture Package purchase orders and subcontracts after scoping out/negotiating with the different parties for the best pricing.
• Prepare purchase orders / subcontracts for work associated with fuel systems, med‑gas piping and controls, HVAC equipment, T&B, HVAC controls, and insulation.
• Conduct and/or attend turnover meetings for contracted projects and provide budgetary information and defined scope to operations group.
• Coordinate with Drafting Department when CAD/Shop Drawings are needed, to help avoid conflicts with other in‑house trades.
• Attend monthly department meetings if requested.
• Attend Pre‑bid meetings as requested.
• Attend weekly Estimating meeting.
• Attend Closeout meetings to review outcome of projects and compare estimate to actual costs.
• Along with Director of Preconstruction explores new areas to expand Department revenue.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with potential clients and designers.
• Attend professional organization meetings and similar activities to promote business for B&I.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings and sketches.
• Full knowledge and understanding of all Plumbing & HVAC products, equipment and installation procedures.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Five (5) years previous Commercial HVAC and Plumbing Estimating experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent initiative, and interpersonal communications.
• Excellent verbal, written, organizational and negotiation skills are necessary. Ability to travel in the state of Florida from 20% to 80% is required.

Safety Awareness

B&I Contractors, Inc., makes safety a priority for all roles. This role may contain certain personal protective equipment (PPE) necessary and required in the performance of certain tasks. The incumbent is responsible for having received all appropriate safety protective equipment and for using it when performing in the role.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to see well (either naturally or with correction), hear and speak clearly with professional standard grammar, use hands, fingers, arms, and legs fully; kneel, crouch, climb, balance on ladders and scaffolds; climb stairs, reach overhead, push, pull, lift, stoop. Must be able to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis. All manual material handling must comply with OSHA safety standards and company policies to minimize risk of injury.

Other

B&I Contractors is committed to maintaining a safe and productive work environment. We are a drug‑free workplace.