Mechanical Insulation Estimator: Lead Bids & Profit

CBJ Management LLC; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Base Salary plus Performance-based

Company-provided technology

Long-term growth opportunities

Job summary

CBJ Management LLC is seeking an experienced Commercial Mechanical Insulation Estimator with a strong background in commercial and industrial HVAC, plumbing, and process piping insulation. Are you an experienced insulation contractor or estimator who wants to focus on estimating, developing opportunities, and winning profitable work—without managing every aspect of owning a company?

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with 3–5+ years of estimating experience and a deep knowledge of HVAC

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of estimating experience in mechanical insulation or a related trade.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, hydronic, and process piping systems.
• Experience estimating commercial and industrial mechanical insulation.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings, specifications, schedules, and details.
• Knowledge of insulation materials and systems (fiberglass, elastomeric, cellular glass, mineral wool, PVC, aluminum/stainless jacketing).
• Experience with computerized estimating/takeoff software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare estimates for HVAC ductwork, plumbing, hydronic piping, process piping, equipment, and mechanical insulation.
• Review drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed material and labor takeoffs.
• Determine insulation types, thicknesses, jacketing, vapor barriers, and other project requirements.
• Develop labor and material pricing for competitive bids.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor and supplier quotations.
• Identify scope gaps, exclusions, alternates, and potential project risks.
• Prepare complete proposals and bid submissions.
• Review project requirements with management and operations before turnover.
• Track bid results and assist with follow-up and negotiations.
• Develop relationships with mechanical contractors, general contractors, and customers.

Skills

Estimating experience

HVAC systems knowledge

Mechanical drawings reading

Takeoff and pricing

Bid management

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

CBJ Management LLC is seeking an experienced Commercial Mechanical Insulation Estimator with a strong background in commercial and industrial HVAC, plumbing, and process piping insulation. Are you an experienced insulation contractor or estimator who wants to focus on estimating, developing opportunities, and winning profitable work—without managing every aspect of owning a company?

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with 3–5+ years of estimating experience and a deep knowledge of HVAC