Senior Estimator - HVAC/R
International Staffing Consultants
- Dallas, TX
- $100,000-130,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Prepare comprehensive cost estimates for large-scale HVAC projects, with a typical range of $3 million to $5 million (and up to $10 million+ for select projects).
- Analyze project specifications, blueprints, and other technical documents to determine the scope of work.
- Conduct thorough takeoffs for equipment, ductwork installation, VAV system changeouts, cooling towers, chillers, boilers, and extensive underground utilities. (Note: This role focuses on commercial and industrial projects, excluding multi-family and residential work.)
- Develop detailed cost breakdowns for labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, and heavy equipment rentals/operation.
- Manage all aspects of the bid process, including recaps, setups, and bid submittals.
- Partner with sales and engineering teams to ensure bids accurately reflect project requirements.
- Maintain strong vendor relationships and leverage your knowledge to secure the best pricing for materials and equipment.
- Continuously monitor market trends and adjust estimating strategies accordingly.
- Analyze bid results and provide feedback to optimize future proposals.
- 5-10 years of experience in HVAC estimating for commercial and industrial projects.
- Proven ability to prepare accurate and competitive bids for large-scale, complex projects.
- Strong understanding of HVAC systems, equipment, and installation methods.
- Experience estimating for projects requiring extensive underground utility work with heavy equipment is a must.
- Proficiency in construction estimating software.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Experience estimating plumbing systems a plus.
- Experience working as a Prime Mechanical Contractor (acting as the GC) a plus.