Job Description
Job Description
HVAC/Mechanical Estimator
The HVAC/Mechanical Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and comprehensive cost and labor estimates for complex mechanical construction projects, including heating, process piping, and sheet metal fabrication/installation. This role requires exceptional analytical skills, deep technical knowledge, and the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities and manage deadlines effectively within a fast-paced environment.
Location: Carrollton, TX 100% On-Site
Compensation: $95,000-115,000 plus annual bonus
Schedule: M-F 8-5
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare comprehensive cost and labor estimates for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), process piping, and sheet metal trades using prescribed forms, industry-recognized techniques, and company procedures.
- Analyze blueprints, construction drawings, specifications, and other documentation to establish a complete project scope and identify potential risks or benefits.
- Develop competitive and accurate HVAC cost estimates that maximize bid win potential.
- Prepare and finalize proposal letters, scope qualifications, exclusions, and final pricing documents in collaboration with the Business Development team.
- Conduct detailed review of project documents to identify Value Engineering opportunities, potential competitive edges, and technical challenges.
- Assess final estimates against similar past projects to ensure accuracy, reasonable material and labor use, and total value compliance.
- Review architectural, structural, and civil documents to understand their impact on the mechanical and plumbing scope of work.
- Monitor all project addenda, scope changes, and bid forms to ensure timely and accurate incorporation into the estimate.
- Track opportunities with vendors, subcontractors, and customers throughout the bid process.
- Provide expert advice on vendor/subcontractor selection and manage the process of obtaining and reviewing competitive pricing quotes.
- Review all vendor/subcontractor proposals to verify technical compliance with project specifications.
- Assist in negotiating contracts and change orders as needed.
- Coordinate and assist with the seamless project turnover from Estimating to the Project Management and Field teams.
- Organize and maintain estimating project files and documentation in a clear, coherent, and auditable manner.
- Oversee and maintain the department's bid database.
- Continuously monitor and maintain current technical knowledge of piping, plumbing, and sheet metal estimating and installation practices and procedures.
Required Qualifications
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in business development or commercial/industrial estimating is strongly preferred.
- Prior experience with Commercial HVAC estimating and/or installation practices is a significant advantage.
Skills and Abilities
- Must be exceptionally detail-oriented while employing strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Proven ability to work effectively under pressure and consistently meet strict deadlines.
- Excellent organizational skills, requiring a high degree of thoroughness and follow-up.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat/Reader.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills for technical proposal writing and negotiation.
- Physical ability to sit/stand for extended periods (8+ hours) each day.
Benefits
- Company pays 81% health insurance, 100% life, LTD/STD and basic vision
- 3 weeks and 8 hours of PTO
- 4% 401K match
- $5,000 annual tuition reimbursement
Company DescriptionPrideStaff is a national staffing organization, delivering innovative solutions to the challenges employers face every day. Over the years, PrideStaff has been a consistent industry leader, developing technology and service processes that allow our organization to deliver superior performance. With locations across the United States, we're well positioned to partner with clients and candidates to ensure a successful match of employee talent with customer needs. When it comes to your success, we leave nothing to chance!
Our Mission: Consistently provide client experiences focused on what they value most.
Company Description
PrideStaff is a national staffing organization, delivering innovative solutions to the challenges employers face every day. Over the years, PrideStaff has been a consistent industry leader, developing technology and service processes that allow our organization to deliver superior performance. With locations across the United States, we're well positioned to partner with clients and candidates to ensure a successful match of employee talent with customer needs. When it comes to your success, we leave nothing to chance! \r\n\r\nOur Mission: Consistently provide client experiences focused on what they value most.