HVAC Mechanical Estimator for Commercial Projects

Solid Rock Recruiting, LLC.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Solid Rock Recruiting, LLC. partners with an established mechanical contractor to hire an experienced Mechanical Estimator in Chicago. The role focuses on preparing accurate cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects.

You will review plans, perform takeoffs, coordinate with vendors and internal teams, and look for value engineering opportunities while supporting preconstruction and budgeting activities.

Qualifications

• Experience estimating commercial mechanical or HVAC projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Familiarity with estimating software and construction technology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates and competitive bids for HVAC/mechanical projects.
• Review plans, specs and drawings to determine labor, material, and equipment needs.
• Perform material and equipment takeoffs and develop bid proposals.
• Coordinate with vendors, subcontractors, GCs, and internal teams.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering and alternative designs.
• Support preconstruction, budgeting and project turnover activities.
• Assist with design/build and plan/spec estimating efforts.

Skills

Cost estimation

Bid preparation

Reading drawings

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Solid Rock Recruiting, LLC. partners with an established mechanical contractor to hire an experienced Mechanical Estimator in Chicago. The role focuses on preparing accurate cost estimates and competitive bids for commercial HVAC and mechanical construction projects.

You will review plans, perform takeoffs, coordinate with vendors and internal teams, and look for value engineering opportunities while supporting preconstruction and budgeting activities.