Senior Mechanical Estimator

Location: Greater Houston Area

A well-established mechanical contractor is seeking a Senior Mechanical Estimator to join its growing preconstruction team. This organization has built a strong reputation delivering HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, controls, and design-build mechanical solutions across healthcare, higher education, industrial, commercial, and institutional markets.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced estimator, preconstruction professional, or project executive looking to play a larger role in project strategy, client relationships, and long-term departmental leadership.

What You Will Do

• Lead the estimating and preconstruction process for commercial and industrial mechanical projects

• Develop complete estimates for HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, controls, and related mechanical systems

• Review plans, specifications, and contract documents to identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, and project risks

• Prepare conceptual budgets, hard bids, negotiated proposals, and design-build estimates

• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and vendor pricing

• Collaborate with operations, project management, BIM, and executive leadership teams to develop winning project strategies

• Identify value engineering opportunities while protecting project profitability

• Mentor junior estimators and support the continued growth of the estimating department

What We Are Looking For

• 10+ years of mechanical construction estimating experience preferred

• Strong commercial and/or industrial HVAC, piping, and plumbing experience

• Ability to build complete estimates and proposals, not simply perform takeoffs

• Experience with conceptual estimating, budgeting, negotiated work, and design-build projects

• Strong understanding of labor productivity, equipment pricing, material costs, and subcontractor management

• Previous experience as a Senior Estimator, Chief Estimator, Estimating Manager, Preconstruction Manager, Project Executive, or Senior Project Manager with estimating responsibilities

• Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent field experience will also be considered

Why Consider This Opportunity

• Established mechanical contractor with a strong reputation and long-tenured leadership team

• Diverse project portfolio including healthcare, education, industrial, commercial, and institutional work

• Strong backlog of negotiated and repeat business

• Opportunity to help shape the future of the estimating department as part of a long-term succession plan

• Collaborative culture with significant autonomy and influence

• Competitive compensation, strong benefits package, retirement plan, and performance-based incentives

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.

Anna Boyd
Senior Search Consultant | gpac

(605) 799-2839

anna.boyd@gogpac.com

Related Titles: Chief Estimator, Senior Estimator, Lead Estimator, Estimating Manager, Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Director, Project Executive, Senior Project Manager, Mechanical Estimator, HVAC Estimator, Plumbing Estimator, Piping Estimator

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.