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Lead Estimator

Lead Estimator

Orion Placement • Springfield, Massachusetts, United States
10 days ago
Salary
$100,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Lead high-impact estimating efforts on commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects.
  • Take ownership of complex bids while mentoring and developing a growing estimating team.
  • Work for a stable, well-established organization with a strong reputation in mechanical construction.
  • Collaborate closely with operations, engineering, and project management to influence project success before work even begins.
  • Help drive strategic growth through accurate estimating, value engineering, and innovative preconstruction solutions.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition assistance, paid parental leave, and bonus potential.

Location

Springfield, MA – This is a full-time, on-site leadership opportunity where you'll work closely with estimating, operations, and project management teams throughout the preconstruction process.

Note

Applicants must have at least 5 years of mechanical estimating experience with commercial and/or industrial HVAC, piping, and plumbing projects.

About Us

We're a respected mechanical construction organization known for delivering complex commercial and industrial projects through teamwork, innovation, and technical expertise. We invest in our people and provide opportunities for long-term career growth. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Lead estimating efforts for commercial and industrial HVAC, piping, plumbing, and mechanical construction projects.
  • Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and contract documents to define project scope.
  • Perform and oversee quantity takeoffs using digital estimating tools.
  • Develop complete labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
  • Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier proposals.
  • Identify constructability issues, scope gaps, project risks, and value engineering opportunities.
  • Lead estimate reviews, bid strategy meetings, and bid submissions.
  • Prepare proposals, bid forms, alternates, unit pricing, and scope clarifications.
  • Support post-bid negotiations and estimating-to-operations turnover.
  • Mentor estimators and estimating assistants while improving estimating processes and historical cost databases.
  • Coordinate bid schedules, documentation, and estimating standards across multiple projects.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of mechanical estimating experience.
  • Experience estimating commercial and/or industrial HVAC, piping, and plumbing projects.
  • Strong understanding of mechanical systems, construction methods, and subcontractor scopes.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Experience with AutoBid or similar estimating software.
  • Proficiency with Bluebeam and Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You'll have the opportunity to lead challenging, high-value projects while working alongside experienced construction professionals who value collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We offer long-term career growth, strong leadership support, and the opportunity to make a visible impact.

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Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
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