Description
cost estimation
bid strategy
process improvement
market analysis
change order
team leadership
As the Lead Estimator, you’ll bring technical expertise, sound judgment, and a strategic mindset to every bid. You’ll also play a key role in leading a team of estimators, refining processes, and supporting leadership with data-driven insights that drive profitability and project success, while championing our company’s mission and values.
- Present final estimates and bid summaries to company leadership, offering clear insights and recommendations.
- Source, negotiate, and maintain relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
- Collaborate with preconstruction, project management, and executive leadership to develop and execute effective bid strategies.
- Stay current on market trends, material pricing, and construction methods to maintain a competitive edge.
- Provide mentorship, guidance, and training to estimators, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and professional growth.
- Evaluate and implement improvements to estimating processes, tools, and databases for greater efficiency and consistency.
- Lead the estimating team through all phases of project estimation, from conceptual budgets to final bids.
- Analyze project documents and specifications to identify cost risks, scope gaps, and opportunities for value engineering.
- Review, validate, and approve detailed cost estimates for commercial and industrial mechanical and plumbing projects, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
- Support project teams in change order estimating and post-bid cost analysis.
Requirements
lead estimator
5+ years
estimating software
problem solving
leadership
communication
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Lead Estimator to join our Commercial Team, where you’ll play a key role in leading the estimating efforts across commercial, industrial, and mechanical projects. In this leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of project estimation, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and alignment with company strategy. You’ll collaborate closely with the preconstruction team, clients, and subcontractors to develop winning proposals, identify cost efficiencies, and guide the estimating team in delivering consistent, high-quality work.
- Employment is contingent upon successful background check and drug screening.
- Proven experience as a Lead Estimator or Senior Estimator within the mechanical, plumbing or construction industry. (Preferred)
- Advanced proficiency in estimating principles, methods, and software.
- Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- 5+ years of experience leading and preparing complex estimates. (Preferred)
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities with experience managing or guiding estimating teams.
- Occasional travel to local office or project sites may be required.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information clearly to stakeholders.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency under deadlines.
Benefits
Work Hours: Standard M-F, with flexibility for start time
Pay: $120k-130k
- 401(k) with company match
- Competitive salary
- 100% company-paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision) for employees and eligible dependents
- Professional growth and development opportunities
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- 100% company-paid life insurance
- Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Opportunities to volunteer and give back through community initiatives & many more.
Training + Development
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