Mechanical Estimator

Mechanical Estimator Lowell, MA Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $120,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Project team coordination Construction subcontractor management Pricing Microsoft Excel Google Drive Construction negotiation 5 years Client relationship development HVAC system installation Bidding project phase Competitive bidding Estimating construction project budgets Trimble Commercial building projects Senior level Negotiated pricing Sheet metal Communication skills Mechanical knowledge Stakeholder relationship building Working on construction estimation projects Full Job Description Position Summary The Mechanical Estimator will play a critical role in the construction estimating function, with a primary focus on sheet metal HVAC estimating for commercial mechanical projects. This role requires a strong background in the mechanical trades, hands-on construction estimating experience, and the ability to work directly with general contractors and owners to support repeat business and successful project awards. This position is designed for an estimator who has lived and worked in the mechanical construction trade , understands how projects are built in the field, and has successfully estimated HVAC systems in a GC-driven environment. Core Responsibilities Prepare accurate mechanical estimates from conceptual, schematic design, design development (DD), and construction documents (CD). Perform complete takeoffs and pricing for sheet metal HVAC systems, producing final estimates for bid submission. Lead mechanical estimating efforts for projects of varying size and complexity within the commercial construction market. Interface directly with general contractors, owners, subcontractors, and internal project teams throughout the estimating process. Develop and maintain strong client and GC relationships to support repeat work and ongoing project awards. Participate in pricing reviews, scope clarifications, bid leveling, and final pricing negotiations . Manage material and subcontractor pricing coordination and buyouts in collaboration with project teams. Review drawings across all stages of design and generate RFIs when scope gaps or conflicts are identified. Coordinate estimates with internal operations, project management, and leadership teams. Maintain awareness of local subcontractor and supplier markets relevant to sheet metal and HVAC construction. Required Experience & Background Minimum 5+ years of mechanical construction estimating experience , with a strong emphasis on sheet metal HVAC systems . Prior hands-on mechanical trade experience in the field strongly preferred (sheet metal, HVAC installation, or related). Proven experience estimating mechanical HVAC work for commercial construction projects . Demonstrated history of working directly with general contractors and participating in competitive bid environments. Experience developing and maintaining long-term professional relationships within the mechanical construction industry.

Preferred / Plus

Experience HVAC piping or hydronic estimating experience is a plus, but not required. Experience with multi-family, mixed-use, or commercial HVAC construction projects is acceptable and transferable. Familiarity with Trimble is a plus (sheet metal experience preferred; piping integration experience helpful but not required). Skills & Qualifications Strong understanding of mechanical construction means and methods. Ability to read and interpret HVAC and architectural drawings with confidence. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple estimates concurrently. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard estimating workflows (Google Drive acceptable). Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Physical Requirements Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods of time. Occasional bending, reaching, walking, and lifting as required for office and site-related activities.

Pay:

$80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Position requires an individual with 5+ years of experience installing plus 5+ years estimating HVAC/Mechanical Systems. How many years of both do you have?

Work Location:

On the road