HVAC Estimator & Project Manager — Lead High-Impact Builds

WM. J. LAMAR & SONS, INC; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Cell phone

Career growth

Job summary

WM. J. Lamar & Sons, Inc., a Rhode Island-based commercial mechanical contractor, seeks a dual-role Commercial HVAC Estimator / Project Manager to bridge pre-construction and field execution from bid takeoff to closeout.

You will estimate HVAC bids (ductwork, piping, VRF, rooftop units, chillers/boilers, controls) and manage projects with general contractors, engineers, and trade partners to deliver safe, on-time, and on-budget results in Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of hands-on experience in commercial HVAC estimating and/or mechanical project management.
• Strong understanding of mechanical blue prints, HVAC equipment and standards.
• Proficiency with digital project management platforms (Procore, MS Project, or Excel).

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate digital quantity takeoffs from plans and specs.
• Solicit and level subcontractor and vendor quotes.
• Identify scope gaps, risk factors and value engineering opportunities during bids.
• Prepare and present detailed bid proposals, budgets, and schedules to stakeholders.
• Manage HVAC installations from award to final sign-off.
• Oversee procurement, submittals, RFIs, and material deliveries.
• Track labor and material costs and project schedules; manage changes.
• Coordinate field operations with foremen, general contractors, and trade partners.
• Ensure compliance with RI codes, OSHA safety regulations, and project specs.

Skills

HVAC estimating

Project management

Budget management

Negotiation

Communication

Tools

Procore

MS Project

Excel

Job description

WM. J. Lamar & Sons, Inc., a Rhode Island-based commercial mechanical contractor, seeks a dual-role Commercial HVAC Estimator / Project Manager to bridge pre-construction and field execution from bid takeoff to closeout.

You will estimate HVAC bids (ductwork, piping, VRF, rooftop units, chillers/boilers, controls) and manage projects with general contractors, engineers, and trade partners to deliver safe, on-time, and on-budget results in Rhode Island and Southern Massachusetts.