Senior Mechanical Estimator

Black Rock Resources LLC
  • Newport News, VA
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Immediate Need | Direct Hire

    Senior Estimator - Mechanical Construction

    Our Client | Newport News, VA | Office-Based |

    Travel within Hampton Roads to Central VA Competitive Compensation | Company Vehicle |

    Relocation Reimbursement Available

    Why Our Client?

    • Competitive compensation + company vehicle provided
    • Full benefits package - health, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, PTO & 7 paid holidays
    • Relocation reimbursement available for the right candidate
    • Clear opportunities for career growth and advancement

    The Role

    A senior-level estimating leadership role focused on mechanical construction projects - plumbing, HVAC, ductwork, and related systems. You'll own the full estimating process across multiple complex bids while collaborating closely with owners, engineers, and GCs from preconstruction through project handoff.

    What You'll Be Doing

    • Lead estimating efforts for mechanical construction projects - plumbing, HVAC, ductwork, and industrial systems
    • Develop detailed cost estimates, bid proposals, and project budgets under tight deadlines
    • Review and validate labor, materials, and production rates across multiple simultaneous bids
    • Monitor market trends and material/labor pricing to maintain competitive positioning
    • Collaborate with owners, engineers, GCs, and internal teams to resolve scope and technical questions
    • Support preconstruction and participate in handoff to operations

    What We Need

    • 5+ years of mechanical estimating or related experience - required
    • Strong background in plumbing, HVAC, ductwork, and industrial systems (MEP)
    • Proficiency in estimating software - AutoBid preferred - and strong Excel skills
    • Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and contract documents
    • Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or equivalent experience preferred
    • Leadership experience mentoring junior estimators a plus

    Interested and qualified?

    Send your resume to Kristie at kharnish@blackrockres.com

    #LI-KH1

    #ZR

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNewport News, VA

    Skills

    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Construction Estimatesunmatched
    • Construction Managementunmatched
    • Construction Projectsunmatched
    • Contract Requirementsunmatched
    • Cost Estimatesunmatched
    • HVACunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Market Trackingunmatched
    • Market Trend Analysisunmatched
    • Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP)unmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Microsoft Excelunmatched
    • Plumbingunmatched
    • Pricingunmatched
    • Product Positioningunmatched
    • Reimbursementunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched

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