HVAC/Mechanical & Piping Systems Estimator – Commercial & Industrial

The Contractor Consultants; Taylor (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Engineered Comfort Systems is seeking an HVAC/Mechanical & Piping Systems Estimator for commercial and industrial projects in Southeast Michigan and the Midwest. The role emphasizes owning the accuracy, speed, margin protection, and handoff quality of estimates against complex documents, vendor input, and deadlines.

You will turn incomplete information into competitive, profitable bids that ECS pursues, wins, and delivers, with a focus on continuous cost intelligence and disciplined estimating

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, specifications and scope requirements.
• Experience with estimating software and Procore or similar platforms.
• Working knowledge of mechanical codes, ASHRAE standards, and SMACNA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Analyze plans, specifications, addenda, and scope requirements for commercial and industrial HVAC/MEP projects.
• Build accurate material takeoffs and labor estimates for sheet metal, piping, controls, equipment, and subcontracted scopes.
• Solicit and challenge vendor and subcontractor quotes; avoid just collecting numbers.
• Identify scope gaps, risks, and assumptions early to protect margin.
• Develop value-engineering options that preserve performance and value.
• Prepare disciplined bid packages and lead bid reviews for smooth handoffs to project management.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Blueprint interpretation

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree (Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related)

Tools

Procore

Excel

Job description

Join Engineered Comfort Solutions as an HVAC/Mechanical & Piping Systems Estimator – Commercial & Industrial!

Job Title:

HVAC/Mechanical & Piping Systems Estimator – Commercial & Industrial

Company Name:

Engineered Comfort Solutions

Pay Range

$75,000 – $120,000 annually (based on experience)

Industry

HVAC/MEP/Power Plant Generation/Industrial Power Plant (Commercial, Industrial)

Office Location

Taylor, MI

Project Regions

Southeast Michigan & Midwest

Job Overview

Engineered Comfort Systems is not hiring an estimator to preserve old habits or simply produce bid numbers. Producing estimates is part of the role; owning the continued improvement of accuracy, speed, margin protection, and handoff quality is the standard. You will turn complex documents, incomplete information, vendor input, and deadlines into clear, competitive, profitable decisions that influence which projects ECS pursues, wins, and delivers.

Why ECS

For more than 30 years, Engineered Comfort Systems has supported complex commercial and industrial environments with mechanical systems, HVAC service, automation controls, responsive communication, and disciplined documentation. ECS is building its next stage of growth by adding people who want responsibility, development, and the chance to influence what comes next. Learn more at www.ecshvac.com.

What You Will Own

• Analyze plans, specifications, addenda, and scope requirements for commercial and industrial HVAC/ Mechanical & Piping Systems Estimator, power generation, and related building-trade projects.
• Build accurate material takeoffs and labor estimates for sheet metal, piping, controls, equipment, and applicable subcontracted scopes.
• Solicit, level, and challenge vendor and subcontractor quotes instead of simply collecting numbers.
• Surface scope gaps, exclusions, schedule risks, and assumptions early – before they become margin problems.
• Develop value-engineering options and alternate solutions that protect performance and customer value.
• Prepare disciplined bid packages, lead or support bid reviews, and create clean handoffs for project management and operations.
• Continuously improve historical cost intelligence, benchmark pricing, bid results, and the visibility of the opportunity pipeline.
• Use Procore, Excel, and related estimating tools to improve accuracy, speed, consistency, and accountability.

What Winning Looks Like

• Bids are complete, on time, and supported by assumptions that another leader can understand and defend.
• Risks are identified before submission, not explained after award.
• Project handoffs are clean enough that operations knows what was sold, priced, excluded, and promised.
• Cost history, templates, and estimating discipline improve because you capture results and act on lessons learned.
• You help increase capacity without lowering the standard for accuracy, quality, or profitability.

You Will Thrive Here If

• You are financially motivated and understand that profitable work creates opportunity for the customer, the company, and the team.
• You know your math, verify details, and take personal accountability for the number you put forward.
• You are disciplined, consistent, persistent, and willing to follow a proven estimating process.
• You communicate gaps and bad news early. You do not hide behind a spreadsheet.
• You want continued development, bigger challenges, and increasing responsibility based on performance.

This will not fit: If you need constant chasing to close loops, treat deadlines as suggestions, or hand risk to the next department, this is not your role.

Required Experience

• 3-5 years of HVAC/Mechanical & Piping Systems Estimator or mechanical estimating experience.
• Strong understanding of HVAC/Mechanical & Piping Systems, ductwork, hydronics, air handling, controls, and construction documents.
• Ability to interpret complex blueprints, specifications, and scope requirements.
• Proficiency with estimating software, Procore or similar platforms, and Microsoft Excel.
• Working knowledge of local mechanical codes, ASHRAE standards, and SMACNA guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted.

What ECS Provides

• Salary of $75,000-$120,000, based on experience.
• 100% employer-paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance; HSA and FSA programs.
• Life and disability insurance options.
• 401(k) with employer match and an employer-contribution retirement Cash Plan.
• Paid time-off, and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development.
• Safety training, uniforms, PPE, smartphone, tablet, and mileage reimbursement for project-site visits.
• Performance-based opportunity to expand responsibility as ECS adds capacity and leadership.

Schedule and Location

• Full-time, Monday through Friday; typical hours 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
• Office-based in Taylor, Michigan, with local project-site visits.
• Occasional evening or weekend work based on bid deadlines.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Engineered Comfort Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable law.