Commercial Refrigeration Estimator — HVAC Projects

Century Mechanical Holdings; Medford (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Century Mechanical Holdings in Medford, MA is seeking an experienced Refrigeration Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive estimates for commercial refrigeration and HVAC projects, including refrigeration piping, equipment, labor, materials, and subcontractor costs.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of commercial refrigeration systems, refrigerant piping, mechanical plans, specifications, and construction estimating; previous hands-on refrigeration or pipefitting experience is a

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial refrigeration and/or HVAC estimating experience.
• Strong knowledge of commercial refrigeration systems and refrigerant piping.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and equipment schedules.
• Experience performing detailed material and labor takeoffs.
• Understanding of refrigeration equipment installation practices.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Excel and estimating software.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts mechanical/refrigeration codes preferred.
• Previous field experience as refrigeration pipefitter/technician a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, and bid docs for refrigeration projects.
• Prepare detailed estimates for installations, renovations, and HVAC work.
• Perform material and labor takeoffs for piping, fittings, valves, equipment, controls, and insulation.
• Estimate labor requirements based on project scope, complexity, schedules, and field conditions.
• Obtain and evaluate pricing from vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Prepare accurate project budgets and competitive bid proposals.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, clarifications, and potential cost impacts.
• Review equipment schedules and specifications for compressors, condensers, evaporators, and racks.
• Coordinate with project managers, field leadership, vendors, and customers during bidding.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and job-site walkthroughs when required.
• Assist with value engineering and alternative solutions to improve cost and constructability.
• Track bid opportunities, deadlines, proposals, and follow-up activities.
• Assist with change-order pricing and additional work estimates.
• Maintain accurate estimating records and project documentation.
• Support transition of awarded projects from estimating to project management and field operations.

Skills

Mathematical skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Century Mechanical Holdings in Medford, MA is seeking an experienced Refrigeration Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive estimates for commercial refrigeration and HVAC projects, including refrigeration piping, equipment, labor, materials, and subcontractor costs.

The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of commercial refrigeration systems, refrigerant piping, mechanical plans, specifications, and construction estimating; previous hands-on refrigeration or pipefitting experience is a