Mechanical Estimator – HVAC & Piping Projects

Loenbro; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Loenbro Southeast is seeking a Commercial Mechanical Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and mechanical systems on commercial projects.

The role requires detailed takeoffs, labor and material cost development, bid proposal preparation, and collaboration with project managers, vendors, and clients throughout preconstruction and bidding activities. Office-based with some travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years of commercial mechanical estimating experience.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, piping, and mechanical construction practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, specifications, contracts, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs for HVAC, plumbing, piping, and other mechanical systems.
• Develop complete labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
• Prepare bid proposals, budgets, conceptual estimates, and change order pricing.
• Attend pre-bid meetings, job walks, and project site visits.

Skills

HVAC estimating

Piping systems

Reading drawings & specs

Analytical thinking

Microsoft Office

Negotiation

Bid coordination

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Trimble

FastEST

QuoteSoft

AutoBid Mechanical

Bluebeam

BIM knowledge

Job description

Loenbro Southeast is seeking a Commercial Mechanical Estimator to prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates for HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and mechanical systems on commercial projects.

The role requires detailed takeoffs, labor and material cost development, bid proposal preparation, and collaboration with project managers, vendors, and clients throughout preconstruction and bidding activities. Office-based with some travel.