Mechanical Preconstruction Manager - Mission Critical
Mccarthy Building Companies, Inc.
Estimate, design‑assist, and procure for mission‑critical data center mechanical projects.
21 days ago ago
$101,400 - $139,400
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
San Jose, CA
Onsite
Company Size
7,400 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Consulting
Engineering
Design
General Contractor
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Healthcare
Education
Science + Technology
Sports + Entertainment
Retail + Hospitality
Industrial
Commercial
Government
Role
What you would be doing
bid management
quantity takeoffs
estimate preparation
client relations
design review
proposal development
- Assist with execution plans and win strategies
- Cultivate existing client relationships and work with Business Development in building new relationships and targeting opportunities
- Participate in peer bid review and contract review for compliance with bid proposal
- Prepare a thorough, comprehensive proposal, including bid forms and supporting documentation
- Assist project manager if questions arise throughout the project about the estimate
- Prepare, maintain status of and review bid documents, submitting bids and estimates in a timely manner
- Follow-up with prior bid projects on a weekly basis and update status at weekly estimating meeting
- Prepare complete, accurate quantity take-offs to build estimates
- Prepare a thorough, detailed and well-annotated estimate
- Participate in design meetings, OAC meetings and provide Design-Assist or Design Build input.
What you bring
mechanical estimating
preconstruction
ms excel
bluebeam
accubid
bachelor’s
- Proven experience estimating mechanical (including plumbing/process) systems
- Self-starter, highly motivated with the ability to build trust and influence others
- Experience in a Mechanical Preconstruction capacity with a Mechanical Contractor or General Contractor
- In-depth knowledge of construction principles/practices required
- Understand main differentiators among various mechanical systems, solutions
- Ability to perform mechanical quantity take-off based on OPRs, BODs, SLDs, architectural floor plans (sometimes without mechanical drawings)
- Strong communication skills with ability to communicate with varied audiences
- Experience working with MS Excel, On-Screen Take-Off, Bluebeam Studio, Accubid, Revizto, WinEst preferred
- 3+ years of experience in Mission Critical projects
- Demonstrate behaviors consistent with McCarthy core values while maintaining a "value added" approach to preconstruction
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management, and/or 5-10 years’ experience with estimating, design management and/or field management.
- Experience dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors and/or self-perform work
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Company
Overview
Annual Revenues in Billions
Financial Strength
The company generates annual revenue in the billions, reflecting its significant market presence.
7,400 Employees
Workforce Size
The company employs around 7,400 professionals across regional offices.
#30 Ranking
Employee-Owned Firm
Ranked #30 among the top employee-owned construction firms in the 2021 NCEO list.
- Evolved from a regional lumber business into one of America’s oldest privately held national builders.
- Serves diverse sectors including energy, infrastructure, industrial, water, and marine with end-to-end construction services.
- Known for tackling complex projects such as hospitals, labs, airports, and parking structures.
- Features include blending traditional craftsmanship with modern design-phase innovation.
- Balances large-scale capability with local expertise and deep community roots.
- Genuine – respect for the work we do and the people who do it; recognized for being honest and following through on commitments.
- We, Not I – belief in the force multiplier (power) of teamwork and a consistent habit of sharing credit.
- All In – fully committed and a reputation as someone people can count on to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
9.5 GW
Clean Energy Delivered
Constructed 85+ utility-scale clean energy projects, including 9.5 GW of clean energy and 1.033 GW of battery storage.
1 GW
Solar Projects Underway
Currently building four large-scale solar projects across Texas and Arizona, expected to reach total capacity by mid-2025.
800+ Jobs
Solar Construction Employment
Creating significant employment opportunities, including 200+ apprenticeships in solar energy.
Opened 2011
Net-Zero Parking Structure
Completed a cutting-edge net-zero parking structure at Long Beach City College featuring green design innovations.
- Solar apprenticeship program is U.S. Department of Labor-approved, includes renewable energy module, and registered in multiple states to align with Inflation Reduction Act standards.
- Values diversity, equity, and inclusion as part of brand standards, aiming to create an environment where everyone can succeed without barriers.
- Promotes an 'inclusive culture' built on people, community, and clients, ensuring 'everyone has the opportunity to succeed without barriers'.
- No specific gender or demographic percentages were publicly disclosed in sourced material.
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