Estimator Healthcare Construction

Overaa Construction has been building the Bay Area since 1907.

Based in Richmond, we are a leading general contractor serving commercial, education, healthcare, life science, water, industrial, energy, and transportation markets. What truly sets Overaa apart is our people—a team of highly skilled, self-performing craft professionals backed by a culture that feels more like family than a job site.

We’re proud of our legacy, serious about quality, and excited to welcome talented professionals who share our values and want to grow their careers with a company that’s here for the long haul.

MEP Estimator
As an MEP Estimator, you will provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing estimating and preconstruction services across a diverse portfolio of commercial construction projects. Working closely with a lead estimator and the broader estimating team, you will develop accurate, competitive estimates that support Overaa’s success across multiple market sectors.

You will lead MEP estimates, perform detailed quantity takeoffs, solicit and analyze subcontractor pricing, provide system and budget recommendations, and build strong relationships with trade partners. The MEP Estimator will review and level proposals to verify scope completeness; and ensure bids align with contract documents and project requirements. This individual must be able to look beyond the bottom-line number, understand the assumptions behind each proposal, recognize potential cost and scope exposure, and clearly communicate findings and recommendations to the preconstruction and project teams.

Lead successful and competitive MEP estimates for projects across a variety of commercial construction markets.

Perform accurate quantity takeoffs, scope reviews, and bid analyses.

Solicit competitive pricing from mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other specialty subcontractors.

Develop and maintain a broad network of strong subcontractor and trade-partner relationships.

Provide MEP system, constructability, and budget recommendations to clients and internal project teams.

Identify opportunities for value engineering, energy-efficient solutions, and creative problem-solving.

Support design-build projects and collaborate with design teams, consultants, owners, and trade partners.

Partner with project estimators and operations teams to ensure effective turnover of MEP scopes from preconstruction to construction.

Five or more years of MEP estimating or preconstruction experience in a commercial construction environment.

Demonstrated success estimating and managing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scopes.

Strong knowledge of commercial MEP systems, installation methods, constructability, and cost drivers.

Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs, scope analysis, subcontractor comparisons, and bid leveling.

Ability to provide MEP system and budgetary recommendations to clients and project teams.

Strong creative problem-solving and value-engineering skills.

Four-year university degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Prior estimating experience with a major mechanical or electrical subcontractor.

Established relationships with Bay Area mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and specialty trade partners.

Experience estimating projects across multiple commercial construction markets.

Software

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Excel-based estimating templates.

Experience with BuildingConnected bidding software.

Experience with PlanGrid or similar construction-document platforms.

Incentive and bonus plans

Medical and pharmacy coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Pre-tax child and elder care

Life insurance and long-term disability

Paid holidays and paid time off

On-site gym and wellness program

Professional training and continuous improvement programs

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This does not include bonus compensation or benefits such as health, disability, life, or retirement benefits that may affect total compensation. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), by applying for a position you are providing personal information that Overaa may use to evaluate and communicate with you regarding your candidacy and to obtain and verify background checks and references. This information may include personal identifiers, contact information, employment history, certifications, licenses, and education history. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that you have received and understand this notice and consent to Overaa’s use of the information for the business purposes described above.

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