Estimator, Mechanical

LVI Associates; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Exposure to municipal/high-profile项目

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Mechanical Estimator in the Greater Boston area. The role focuses on preparing accurate estimates for HVAC, plumbing, and piping across municipal, commercial, and industrial projects.

You will collaborate with leadership, project management, and field teams to deliver competitive bids and ensure smooth handover to operations after award. Hybrid work is available, with exposure to unique public-sector projects.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of mechanical estimating experience (HVAC and/or plumbing).
• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Experience with estimating/take-off software such as Bluebeam, PlanSwift, and Trimble.
• Knowledge of public bid processes is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for HVAC, plumbing, and piping scopes.
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documentation.
• Perform quantity take-offs and cost analysis.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing.
• Develop and submit competitive proposals.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walkthroughs.
• Identify value engineering opportunities.
• Support project handover to operations post-award.

Skills

Mechanical estimating

HVAC

Plumbing

Contract drawings

Public bid process

Tools

Bluebeam

PlanSwift

Trimble

Job description

A growing mechanical contractor in the Greater Boston area is looking to add a Mechanical Estimator to their team.

The company specialises in commercial, industrial, and municipal HVAC and plumbing systems, with a strong pipeline of unique public-sector and infrastructure projects. They are known for delivering technically complex work across schools, government facilities, and large-scale retrofit projects.

About the Opportunity

This is a hybrid opportunity offering exposure to a diverse range of municipal and institutional projects.

You will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates across mechanical scopes, working closely with leadership, project management, and field teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for HVAC, plumbing, and piping scopes
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documentation
• Perform quantity take-offs and cost analysis
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing
• Develop and submit competitive proposals
• Attend pre-bid meetings and site walkthroughs
• Identify value engineering opportunities
• Support project handover to operations teams post-award

Project Types

• Public schools and higher education facilities
• Municipal and state-funded buildings
• Commercial developments and renovations
• Mechanical upgrades and retrofit projects
• Infrastructure and government facilities

Requirements

• 2+ years' experience in mechanical estimating (HVAC and/or plumbing)
• Strong understanding of construction drawings and specifications
• Experience with estimating/take-off software (e.g. Bluebeam, PlanSwift, Trimble)
• Knowledge of public bid processes is a plus
• Strong communication and organisational skills

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Hybrid working flexibility, up to 3 days remote work a week
• Exposure to unique municipal and high-profile projects
• Tight-knit, collaborative team environment
• Clear path for progression into senior estimating or leadership roles