Senior HVAC Estimator

About the Role

The Senior HVAC Estimator leads the estimating process for HVAC and mechanical construction projects, handling conceptual budgeting, detailed takeoffs, pricing, and proposal preparation. The role evaluates drawings, specifications, and project requirements to produce accurate, competitive cost estimates while identifying risks and value‑engineering opportunities. Collaboration with preconstruction, project management, vendors, and subcontractors is essential to support successful project award and execution. • Lead preparation of HVAC and mechanical cost estimates for commercial and industrial projects • Perform detailed material, labor, and equipment takeoffs from drawings and specifications • Develop conceptual and design‑build budgets during early project phases • Solicit, review, and level vendor and subcontractor pricing • Analyze project risks, scope gaps, and constructability issues • Prepare detailed bid proposals, clarifications, and value‑engineering options • Collaborate with project management and operations during handoff and start‑up • Maintain historical cost data and improve estimating tools and processes • Review change‑order pricing and support post‑award estimating • Participate in pre‑bid meetings, site walks, and client presentations

Key Responsibilities

• ▸cost estimating
• ▸takeoffs
• ▸budgeting
• ▸vendor pricing
• ▸risk analysis
• ▸bid proposals

What You Bring

The position requires extensive travel, with 80‑100 % of time spent on site visits, pre‑bid meetings, and client presentations, while the majority of work is performed in an office environment. The fast‑paced, deadline‑driven preconstruction setting demands strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience) • 8–12+ years of HVAC or mechanical estimating experience in construction • Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, materials, labor productivity, and installation methods • Proficiency with estimating software such as AccuBid and Bluebeam • Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and schedules • Excellent analytical, organizational, problem‑solving, communication, and leadership skills

Requirements

• ▸bachelor's
• ▸hvac estimating
• ▸hvac systems
• ▸accubid
• ▸bluebeam
• ▸problem solving

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience • Health, dental, and vision insurance • Paid time off and holiday pay • Professional development and certification assistance opportunities

Work Environment

Office Full-Time