Senior Mechanical Estimator (Relocation Assistance)

THE EMPLOYEE CONNECT; Newport News (VA); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Relocation assistance

Résumé du poste

The Employee Connect is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator for a Newport News, Virginia project. You will lead the estimating process for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical piping from conceptual budgeting through final bid, coordinating with project managers, vendors, and clients to ensure competitive, accurate bids.

Relocation assistance is offered. This permanent, direct-hire role requires a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced construction environment and can manage

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.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strategic thinker with exceptional attention to detail.

Responsabilités

• Prepare accurate estimates for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical piping projects from conceptual budgeting through final bid.
• Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents to develop competitive 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 strong relationships with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, turnover meetings, and project kickoff meetings.
• Support bid tracking, bid reviews, bid bonds, and drawing procurement.
• Mentor and assist Estimator Trainees while promoting estimating best practices.

Connaissances

HVAC knowledge

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Communication

Strategic thinking

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management

Outils

AutoBid

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Description du poste

Senior Mechanical Estimator (Relocation Assistance)

Location: Newport News, VA

Shift/Schedule: Full-time, onsite

Pay/Compensation: $80,000 – $120,000 per year

About the Role

A mechanical contractor with more than 70 years of continuous growth is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator in Newport News, Virginia. You will lead the estimating process from conceptual design through final proposal, working with project managers, vendors, subcontractors, and clients to deliver competitive, accurate bids. Relocation assistance is offered.

The strong candidate is organized and detail-oriented, thrives in a fast-paced construction environment, and manages multiple deadlines while keeping bids accurate and professional.

This is a permanent, direct-hire opportunity presented by The Employee Connect. Qualified candidates will be contacted promptly to review the role, answer questions, and discuss next steps in the interview process.

Core Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates for HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical piping projects from conceptual budgeting through final bid
• Review drawings, specifications, and construction documents to develop competitive 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 strong relationships with general contractors, owners, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Attend pre-bid meetings, turnover meetings, and project kickoff meetings
• Support bid tracking, bid reviews, bid bonds, and drawing procurement
• Mentor and assist Estimator Trainees while promoting estimating best practices

Required 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Open to candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including those with a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline
• 10+ years of field experience in HVAC, plumbing, or mechanical piping
• 5+ years of estimating experience within the mechanical construction industry

Work Environment

• Proven stability: over 70 years of continuous growth in the mechanical contracting industry
• Opportunities across four specialized divisions serving commercial, industrial, and institutional clients
• Major projects throughout Southeast and Central Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina
• Active involvement in charitable organizations and regional outreach

Benefits & Pay

• Pay: $80,000 – $120,000 per year
• Full-time, permanent position
• Relocation assistance
• Strong track record of promoting from within and developing long-term careers

Screening Questions

1. How many years of mechanical estimating experience do you have?
2. Which estimating software have you used (AutoBid, Bluebeam, Excel)?
3. Are you able to work in Newport News, VA, or willing to relocate?