Mechanical Estimator
San Jose, CA
Mechanical Estimator
Lead and support mechanical preconstruction on commercial and industrial projects, including cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, bid packages, and subcontractor pricing. Requires 5+ years of estimating experience, estimating software proficiency, and U.S. work authorization without sponsorship; full benefits.
Mechanical Estimator
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.
Job Title: Mechanical Estimator
Location: San Jose, CA
Salary Rate: $140,000 - $175,000 (Dependent on experience)
An established mechanical construction contractor is seeking a Mechanical Estimator, to lead and support mechanical preconstruction efforts on commercial and industrial projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop detailed and accurate cost estimates for mechanical and plumbing construction projects.
- Review and analyze drawings, specifications, bid documents, and project requirements to establish complete project scopes.
- Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analyses using industry-standard estimating software and Excel.
- Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing.
- Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, value-engineering opportunities, and potential project risks.
- Collaborate with project managers, operations personnel, engineers, and field teams throughout the preconstruction process.
- Prepare bid packages, proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation.
- Participate in estimate reviews, bid strategy meetings, and project turnover sessions.
- Maintain estimating databases, historical cost information, and lessons learned to improve future estimate accuracy.
- Provide post-bid support and assist with project startup activities.
- Mentor junior estimators and help establish estimating best practices.
Qualifications
- 5+ years of estimating mechanical construction, plumbing, HVAC, or process piping projects.
- Proven success estimating medium to large commercial and industrial construction projects.
- Strong understanding of construction means, methods, materials, and labor productivity.
- Knowledge of MCAA labor productivity and estimating practices.
- Proficiency with estimating platforms such as Trimble AutoBid, QuoteSoft, HCSS/Highlands, or similar software.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to estimate accuracy.
Benefits
Full Benefits
- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. CyberCoders will consider for Employment in the City of Los Angeles qualified Applicants with Criminal Histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box) Ordinance.This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 10/14/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at Benefits@CyberCoders.com to make arrangements.
Salary
$140000 - $175000 USD per year