Chief Estimator – Mechanical; HVAC & Piping

Chief Estimator – Mechanical (HVAC & Piping)

WRS - Worldwide Recruitment Solutions –
Location:
Bellingham, Washington

Compensation Range: $110,000 – $165,000 base + bonus

Confidential Opportunity.

A leading mechanical HVAC contractor seeks a Chief Estimator to lead HVAC and piping estimating operations in Bellingham, WA. Oversee mechanical estimating strategy, preconstruction leadership, and team development for commercial, industrial, and institutional construction projects.

• Lead HVAC and piping estimating for commercial and industrial mechanical construction projects.
• Develop standardized estimating procedures, pricing models, and bid strategies.
• Analyze historical cost data and market conditions to improve estimate accuracy.
• Oversee estimating databases, bid management systems, and cost history tools.
• Lead pre-bid meetings, go/no-go decisions, and pricing strategy sessions.
• Prepare and/or oversee detailed mechanical estimates using Trimble estimating software.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers for HVAC and piping pricing.
• Review final estimate packages for completeness, accuracy, and risk exposure.
• Participate in scope reviews, page turns, and project turnover meetings.
• Support proposal development, scope letters, and value engineering efforts.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a mechanical estimating team.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and training of HVAC estimators.
• Establish performance metrics and accountability within the estimating department.
• Promote a safety‑first culture during preconstruction planning.
• Partner with project management, operations, and executive leadership.
• Support client presentations, interviews, and contract negotiations.
• Lead estimating‑to‑operations handoff and pre‑planning efforts.
• Assist with change order pricing and contract reviews as needed.
• Build long‑term relationships with clients, engineers, and trade partners.

• 10+ years of mechanical HVAC and piping estimating experience.
• 10+ years of experience with construction contracts, preconstruction, and estimating strategy.
• Extensive experience with Trimble estimating and takeoff software.
• 5+ years of experience leading or mentoring mechanical estimating teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

• Senior leadership role with direct influence on mechanical construction bidding strategy.
• Opportunity to lead estimating for large‑scale HVAC and piping projects.
• Stable, well‑capitalized mechanical contractor with long‑term growth.
• Collaborative culture with strong operational support.
• Based in Bellingham, WA, serving the Pacific Northwest market.

• Base salary $110,000 – $165,000 + bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and parental leave.
• Short‑term incentive plan.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

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