Commercial Mechanical Estimator
Job Description
Job Description
Snapshot / Role Overview We're seeking a Commercial Mechanical Estimator in the San Francisco Bay Area to build accurate, competitive bids that win profitable HVAC and plumbing construction work. Impact - Deliver labor and material estimates that win work at healthy margins. - Give preconstruction teams reliable cost data early in design. - Reduce surprises after award with complete scope coverage. - Support clean handoffs from estimating to project management. Responsibilities - Perform take-offs for HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal scopes. - Price labor, material, and equipment for commercial bids. - Prepare plan-and-spec, design-assist, and design-build estimates. - Develop conceptual budgets and update them as design progresses. - Solicit, review, and level vendor and subcontractor quotes. - Analyze drawings and specifications for scope gaps and value engineering options. - Prepare proposals with clear scope, qualifications, and exclusions. - Coordinate bid-day activities and assemble final pricing. - Deliver organized estimate packages to project management at award. Requirements Must-Haves - Bring two or more years of commercial HVAC or plumbing estimating experience. - Work as a full-time estimator at a commercial mechanical contractor. - Use at least one take-off platform, such as Trimble AutoBid, QuickPen, FastPipe, FastDuct, or McCormick. - Read mechanical and plumbing drawings and specifications independently. - Show a stable work history. - Live within commuting distance of the San Francisco Bay Area. Nice-to-Haves - Bring estimating experience in both HVAC and plumbing. - Show healthcare or HCAI project experience. - Use Bluebeam for on-screen take-offs. - Bring a field or fabrication background. Compensation & Logistics Competitive salary depending on experience. Full-time, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Call to Action If you're ready to advance your career in mechanical construction, apply today or connect with us to learn more.