Mechanical/Plumbing Estimator

Description

• Solicit, compare and negotiate vendor/subcontractor pricing, maintain current cost databases, and identify value engineering opportunities without sacrificing code compliance or system performance
• Analyze plans/specifications and perform detailed take-offs (materials, labor, equipment, overhead) to produce accurate cost estimates, including all hidden or implied work
• Prepare bid proposals, support budget forecasting, attend pre-bid/site meetings, and ensure smooth transition of awarded work to project management/construction teams
• Lead junior estimators and collaborate across teams

Requirements

One of the top MEP contractors in the US is looking for an experienced Mechanical/Plumbing Estimator in Greater Chicago.

• Experience across a range of building sectors, like healthcare, commercial, etc
• 2-5+ years professional experience in plumbing estimation - preferably at a plumbing/mechanical subcontractor

Benefits

You will be working on a range of project sectors, such as commercial, mission critical, healthcare, residential, education, labs, and more! This is a rare opportunity to join a company with a fantastic reputation that's been built for almost a century, and become a part of a team of 300+ ambitious, like-minded professionals.

$70,000 to $100,000 (negotiable, dependent on experience)

• Flexible hours
• Paid holidays
• Full coverage healthcare insurance
• Additional compensation and company bonuses
• 401k with company match
• Hybrid schedule

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance