National HVAC Procurement Engineer (Hybrid)

Layton Construction Company; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

STO Building Group in Manhattan, NY is seeking an HVAC Procurement Engineer to support major projects nationwide. You will estimate, develop bid packages, coordinate submittals, and communicate with General Contractors and manufacturers throughout the procurement lifecycle.

The role requires 2+ years HVAC estimating experience, strong reading of HVAC drawings, and proficiency with construction software. Hybrid NYC-based position with nationwide project exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2+ years of experience in HVAC estimating, HVAC contracting, MEP coordination, or related construction roles
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, equipment types, and HVAC specifications
• Ability to read and interpret HVAC drawings, single-line diagrams, specifications, and design documents

Responsibilities

• Review HVAC specifications, drawings, and project requirements to develop accurate equipment takeoffs and scope definitions
• Build competitive budgets and estimates for HVAC systems across diverse project types and locations
• Analyze specifications and identify equipment options that meet design requirements
• Collaborate with design teams and General Contractors during preconstruction to clarify scope and verify equipment selections
• Develop comprehensive bid packages with clear scope definitions, specifications, and technical requirements
• Solicit competitive pricing from equipment manufacturers across multiple equipment categories
• Perform detailed bid leveling and comparison to ensure apples-to-apples evaluations
• Coordinate with internal purchasing team for contract execution and final negotiations
• Review equipment submittals for compliance with specifications and design intent
• Coordinate with engineers and subcontractors to ensure equipment compatibility and system integration
• Support RFI responses and technical clarifications throughout the project lifecycle
• Collaborate with design teams to resolve conflicts or specification discrepancies
• Work closely with Post-Award Coordinators to monitor equipment production schedules and delivery timelines
• Communicate project status, equipment updates, and delivery schedules to General Contractors and stakeholders
• Coordinate technical information flow between manufacturers, subcontractors, and project teams
• Maintain organized project documentation including bid packages, submittals, specifications, and equipment schedules
• Stay current on HVAC equipment technologies, product lines, and manufacturer capabilities
• Build knowledge of equipment options, lead times, and market conditions across different regions
• Contribute to process improvements and support the scaling of estimating operations as the company grows

Skills

HVAC estimating

Bid leveling

Equipment comparison

Communication skills

Mechanical standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field

2+ years HVAC estimating experience

Tools

Bluebeam

BuildingConnected

Procore

Takeoff software

Job description

STO Building Group in Manhattan, NY is seeking an HVAC Procurement Engineer to support major projects nationwide. You will estimate, develop bid packages, coordinate submittals, and communicate with General Contractors and manufacturers throughout the procurement lifecycle.

The role requires 2+ years HVAC estimating experience, strong reading of HVAC drawings, and proficiency with construction software. Hybrid NYC-based position with nationwide project exposure.