Senior Mechanical Estimator - HVAC

Key Responsibilities: Prepare complete mechanical estimates for commercial and industrial HVAC projects including sheet metal, HVAC piping, process piping, and related mechanical systems. Perform detailed labor and material takeoffs utilizing Trimble AutoBid estimating software. Review project drawings, specifications, schedules, addenda, and bid documents to establish complete project scope. Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor pricing for competitive bids, negotiated work, and design/build projects. Solicit, review, and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations. Identify scope gaps, constructability concerns, project risks, and potential value-engineering opportunities. Prepare bid proposals including scope, qualifications, exclusions, and clarifications. Attend pre-bid meetings and perform jobsite visits as required. Coordinate with project management, engineering, field operations, and vendors during estimating and project turnover. Assist with budgeting, conceptual estimating, and preconstruction efforts. Maintain accurate estimating documentation, historical pricing, and labor information. Provide guidance and support to junior estimating staff and assist in developing department estimating standards and procedures. Qualifications: 10+ years of mechanical construction estimating experience required. Extensive experience estimating both HVAC sheet metal and mechanical piping systems. Strong working knowledge of commercial and industrial HVAC construction methods, materials, equipment, and labor requirements. Proficiency with Trimble AutoBid Mechanical and AutoBid SheetMetal strongly preferred. Ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, specifications, and contract documents. Strong understanding of labor productivity, equipment pricing, subcontractor scope, and project scheduling. Experience with design/build, plan-and-specification, and negotiated mechanical construction projects. Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and standard estimating/project-management software. Strong organizational, analytical, written, and verbal communication skills. College degree not required; relevant mechanical construction experience is the primary qualification. What We Offer: Salary range of $105,000-$145,000, based on experience. Relaxed, professional work environment. Paid time off. Hybrid / work-from-home flexibility. Medical insurance and additional company benefits. 401(k) with company match. Long-term opportunity to play a key role in the continued development of Westside Mechanical's estimating department.