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Designer/ Drafter

Salem, VA

$22.87/hr

This is an entry level position. A two year associates degree will be fine, in any technical field ... estimates and working with engineering teams 7. Excellent problem solving abilities using ...

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As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level draftsman estimator in the United States is $26.86, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Draftsman Estimator vs Junior Civil Engineer?

AspectEntry Level Draftsman EstimatorJunior Civil Engineer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or associate's degree, basic CAD skillsBachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign offices, construction sites, estimating departmentsConstruction sites, design offices, project management teams
Employer & Industry UsageConstruction, architecture, engineering firmsConstruction, infrastructure, consulting engineering firms
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

The Entry Level Draftsman Estimator typically focuses on creating technical drawings and estimating project costs with minimal experience, often requiring CAD skills and basic education. In contrast, a Junior Civil Engineer has a broader role involving project planning, design, and site supervision, usually requiring a bachelor's degree. Both roles are common in construction and engineering industries, but they differ in responsibilities, credentials, and work scope.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Draftsman Estimator job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,861 per year, or $26.9 per hour.

Estimator - HVAC/R and Plumbing

Elliott-Lewis | Sautter Crane | AA Duckett

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

ESTIMATOR - HVAC/R AND PLUMBING
Elliott-Lewis Corporation is currently seeking an HVAC and Plumbing Estimator. We specialize in HVAC industry and have a large and varied customer base. We cover a wide range of industries and project types which include both plan & spec and design build projects. This position is focused on completing the full estimation life cycle: from starting with the initial inquiry with sales team and estimating leads, tracking and managing progress estimates and ultimately ensuring final bids are submitted to the clients. This position works as part of the Pre-Construction and Bid Development team and provides support to our sales team including Business Development, Bid Managers and Pre-Construction Managers throughout the bid process life-cycle.
This role is ideal for anyone with prior experience working in an estimating or pre-construction team, packaging, prepping and refining bids in the construction industry. It is also a great opportunity for someone new to the industry to learn everything related to estimating and responding to requests for proposals and bids. Our ideal candidate is a natural relationship builder enjoys working in a team environment.
Essential Functions
  • Complete the development and delivery of all bids and projects, ensuring pre-qualification questionnaires and all tender documentation are completed.
  • To draft and review bid submission content, ensuring all bids are submitted on time and fully compliant with the requirements.
  • Complete piping and material take-offs and estimate mechanical equipment and plumbing fixture installs
  • Ensure all proposals are formatted and comply with company brand guidelines, customer requirements and follow internal quality guidelines.
  • Analyze the client's documents to ensure the responses being created respond implicitly to the questions being asked.
  • Assist Sales Engineers about bid follow-up and close-out

About Company
Since 1905, Elliott-Lewis and its family of companies have a reputation of being a premier provider of Mechanical Services, Facilities Management, and Crane Rentals.
Position Requirements
  • Degree required, with technical degree being preferred.
  • 0-3 years of experience in bid coordination, estimating, project management.
  • Excellent project management skills required.
  • Excellent Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat skills required
  • Ability to produce high standard work which meets the client and business requirements.
  • Ability to work independently, set goals, meet tight deadlines and balance priorities to achieve results
  • Strong interpersonal skills required for working with external stakeholders in estimating/bid processes
  • Effective time management skills needed to meet timeframes and mile posts based on project requirements
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills
  • Experience with Trimble AutoBid Mechanical is preferred
  • Experience with Citrix Sharefile is a plus
  • Experience in AutoCAD MEP and Autodesk Revit is a plus
  • Union house experience is extremely valued
  • Experience in public sector or pharmaceutical industry extremely beneficial

Physical Requirements
  • Regularly requires a high degree of mental effort, talk and hear, gross and fine manipulation, read both print and screens for extended periods of time.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Frequently required to walk and sit
  • Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, lift 25 lbs. max, stand and stoop, kneel, or crouch, and climb stairs
  • Expected to work in a moderately loud level of volume environment.

Compensation:
  • Elliott-Lewis offers a robust compensation package including:
    • Competitive base salary,
    • Annual raises,
    • Annual bonuses,
    • 401k Retirement Plan with generous company match,
    • Two weeks' vacation during first year at entry-level with more earned for greater tenure,
    • Sick Pay,
    • Medical / Health Insurance Plans,
    • Dental coverage,
    • Additional voluntary benefits including several life insurance options, accident insurance, several disability insurance options, and more.

We recognize that great talent can come from a variety of backgrounds. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to affirmative action and diversity. Background, MVR checks, and drug tests are performed for all positions.
Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets

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