HVAC Mechanical Estimator – Multi-Family Projects

Airo Mechanical, LLC; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AIRO Mechanical in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to support multi-family HVAC projects. You will analyze project specs, perform takeoffs, and compile detailed cost estimates in collaboration with project managers, architects, and suppliers.

You will review plans, gather data on materials, labor, equipment and overhead, and contribute to bid proposals while identifying risk and opportunities for value engineering. Office-based with occasional site visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years of mechanical estimating experience in construction preferred.
• Proficiency in estimating software (Trimble or similar) and MS Office.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze project plans, specifications and requirements to understand scope of work.
• Conduct on-site visits to gather information about project conditions and constraints.
• Complete take-offs and prepare detailed, accurate cost estimates including materials, labor, equipment, and overhead.
• Provide input on value engineering opportunities; identify cost-saving options.
• Use cost databases, historical data and benchmarks to improve estimate accuracy.
• Develop bid proposals with scope, cost breakdown and qualifications.
• Collaborate with bid team to align proposals with project requirements.
• Solicit and evaluate quotes from vendors and subcontractors; maintain supplier relationships.
• Identify risks that may impact costs and propose mitigation strategies.
• Work with sales, PMs, architects and others to refine project requirements.

Skills

Mechanical estimating

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Negotiation abilities

2+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Trimble

Microsoft Office

Job description

AIRO Mechanical in Mooresville, NC is seeking a Mechanical Estimator to support multi-family HVAC projects. You will analyze project specs, perform takeoffs, and compile detailed cost estimates in collaboration with project managers, architects, and suppliers.

You will review plans, gather data on materials, labor, equipment and overhead, and contribute to bid proposals while identifying risk and opportunities for value engineering. Office-based with occasional site visits.