Job Title: HVAC Senior Estimator
Location: New York City, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Estimator with a strong mechanical HVAC background to lead the preparation of accurate and competitive estimates for commercial projects throughout the New York City area. The ideal candidate has hands-on field experience, can confidently read and interpret plans and specifications, and has successfully estimated a wide variety of mechanical construction projects.
Required Responsibilities
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects.
- Review and interpret plans, specifications, drawings, and bid documents.
- Perform quantity takeoffs for HVAC equipment, ductwork, piping, controls, and related systems.
- Develop labor, material, and equipment pricing.
- Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals.
- Identify value engineering opportunities and project risks.
- Attend site visits, pre-bid meetings, and scope review sessions.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and operations teams throughout the bidding process.
- Prepare and present proposals to management and clients.
Required Qualifications
- 8+ years of commercial HVAC or mechanical estimating experience.
- Strong technical understanding of commercial HVAC systems and mechanical construction.
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents.
- Prior field experience as a technician, mechanic, foreman, superintendent, or similar mechanical trade role.
- Experience estimating a broad range of projects including tenant fit-outs, building retrofits, equipment replacements, capital improvements, and new construction.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating software.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with New York City commercial construction projects.
- Experience working for a union mechanical contractor.
- Design-build or design-assist project experience.
- Experience using Bluebeam, Procore, Sage, Trimble, or similar estimating platforms.
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.