K2 Staffing · 1 day ago
Plumbing/HVAC Estimator
San Diego, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expK2 Staffing is seeking an experienced Estimator for their San Diego division to manage and coordinate estimating activities for plumbing and mechanical construction projects. The role requires strong accuracy, attention to detail, and a focus on profitability, along with developing relationships with General Contractors.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Maintain regular communication with Pre-Construction Departments of targeted General Contractors to identify new project opportunities
Evaluate opportunities to ensure alignment with business goals, competitive strengths, and desired margins
Review plans, P&IDs, specifications, and contracts to fully understand scope, cost impacts, and potential risks
Utilize computer-based takeoff and estimating systems to produce consistent and accurate estimates
Support the sales process, including scope development, client engagement, presentations, negotiations, and closing
Assist in preparing budgets for project kickoff and any priced change order work
Participate in project kickoff meetings to present scope, work plans, budgets, special requirements, and limitations
Monitor work progress to compare actual production rates against bid assumptions
Assist with preparing project forecasts, schedules, and claims when needed
Support productivity tracking of labor units and participate in weekly staff meetings to review scope deviations, production rates, and future work
Help develop corrective action plans when performance falls short of budgeted expectations
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3 years of plumbing and/or mechanical estimating experience
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Solid understanding of plumbing, piping, ductwork, and equipment installation
Working knowledge of applicable plumbing, piping, and sheetmetal codes and standards
Preferred
HCAI experience a plus
Experience with Trimble Autobid or other sheetmetal/piping estimating software
Field or craft experience strongly preferred
Bachelors degree in Construction Management or Mechanical Engineering preferred
Company
K2 Staffing
K2 Staffing has been constructed on one of the most solid foundations in the industry, with roughly 40 years of combined business and recruiting knowledge.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jamen Griffith
Owner/Founder
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