Project Estimator

MCG Mechanical; South Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental, Vision, and Life insurance 옵션

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays (6)

Company truck, fuel card, cell phone,

Job summary

MCG Mechanical is seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Project Estimator to support our growing commercial HVAC sales organization. You will work with CAMs, operations leadership, and installation teams to develop accurate estimates for equipment replacements and complex projects.

Ideal candidates have extensive commercial HVAC knowledge, can walk mechanical rooms or rooftops to determine requirements, estimate labor, materials, and subcontractor costs, and communicate clearly with sales teams

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC estimating, project management, or relevant field experience.
• Strong understanding of commercial HVAC equipment and mechanical systems.
• Experience estimating equipment replacements and mechanical projects.
• Ability to independently walk job sites and develop detailed scopes of work.
• Proficiency with Excel and estimating software.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed estimates for small, medium, and large commercial HVAC replacement projects.
• Perform site visits alongside CAMs to evaluate existing equipment and installation requirements.
• Lead estimating efforts for large commercial HVAC replacement and retrofit projects.
• Ensure estimates reflect profitability and align with company goals.

Skills

Commercial HVAC estimating

Project management

Excel

Vendor/subcontractor coordination

Walk job sites independently

Profitability awareness

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial HVAC Project Estimator to support our growing commercial HVAC sales organization.

This individual will work closely with our Commercial Account Managers (CAMs), operations leadership, and installation teams to develop accurate, competitive estimates for commercial HVAC equipment replacements and mechanical projects. This role will support the growth of our commercial HVAC sales organization by delivering timely, accurate, and competitive estimates for equipment replacements and mechanical projects of all sizes.

Projects will range from individual rooftop unit replacements to large, complex mechanical projects involving chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handling units, and complete HVAC system replacements.

The ideal candidate has a strong commercial HVAC background, understands installation labor and material requirements, and can independently evaluate job sites to develop detailed scopes of work and accurate project estimates.

This is a hands‑on estimating position requiring strong technical knowledge, field experience, and the ability to support a high‑performing commercial HVAC sales organization.

We are looking for someone who is technically knowledgeable, organized, responsive, and capable of supporting a fast‑paced sales organization.

Preferred Candidate Background

We encourage candidates with experience in the following positions to apply

• Commercial HVAC Project Manager
• Senior Commercial HVAC Technician with project estimating experience

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who

• Has extensive commercial HVAC and mechanical system knowledge.
• Can estimate both straightforward equipment replacements and complex, large‑scale mechanical projects.
• Can independently walk a mechanical room, rooftop, or commercial facility and determine what is required to replace equipment.
• Understands labor requirements, materials, piping, ductwork, controls, rigging, and installation challenges.
• Can read mechanical drawings and develop comprehensive project estimates.
• Understands project profitability and the importance of accurate labor estimates.
• Can manage multiple projects and meet estimating deadlines.
• Is responsive and understands the importance of getting estimates back to the sales team quickly.
• Takes ownership of estimates and ensures accuracy.
• Works effectively with salespeople, vendors, subcontractors, and operations leadership.

Requirements

• Develop detailed estimates for small, medium, and large commercial HVAC replacement projects.
• Estimate projects ranging from individual equipment changeouts to complex, multimillion‑dollar mechanical replacements.
• Perform site visits alongside CAMs to evaluate existing equipment and installation requirements.
• Accurately estimate labor hours, materials, equipment, subcontractors, cranes, rigging, and other project expenses.
• Review mechanical drawings, equipment specifications, site photos, and existing building conditions.
• Estimate replacements involving rooftop units, split systems, air handling units, chillers, boilers, cooling towers, and other commercial HVAC equipment.
• Evaluate piping modifications, ductwork, electrical requirements, controls integration, and structural considerations.
• Identify installation challenges involving equipment access, cranes, rigging, shutdowns, and occupied‑building conditions.
• Develop comprehensive scopes of work and material takeoffs.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to obtain competitive pricing.
• Ensure estimates are accurate, complete, and aligned with company profitability expectations.
• Work directly with CAMs to develop pricing and scopes for commercial HVAC replacement opportunities.
• Conduct site walks with sales representatives when necessary.
• Review detailed site photos and videos when an in‑person visit is not required.
• Assist CAMs with equipment selection, replacement recommendations, and technical questions.
• Communicate project requirements, labor assumptions, and potential installation challenges.
• Provide timely estimates to keep sales opportunities moving forward.
• Manage multiple estimating requests while prioritizing projects based on deadlines and business needs.
• Lead estimating efforts for large commercial HVAC replacement and retrofit projects.
• Review mechanical drawings, specifications, and engineering requirements.
• Develop detailed labor and material takeoffs for complex installations.
• Coordinate subcontractor pricing for electrical, controls, insulation, structural modifications, crane services, and specialty work.
• Evaluate project schedules, phasing requirements, equipment lead times, and installation risks.
• Work with operations leadership to validate labor requirements and installation strategies.
• Identify value‑engineering opportunities to improve project competitiveness and profitability.
• Ensure estimates account for all equipment, materials, labor, subcontractors, and installation requirements.

Project Coordination

• Coordinate with operations and installation teams to ensure estimates reflect actual field conditions.
• Assist with project handoffs after jobs are sold.
• Identify potential risks, labor challenges, and material requirements before installation.
• Maintain organized estimating documentation and project records.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial HVAC estimating, project management, or relevant field experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of commercial HVAC equipment and mechanical systems.
• Experience estimating commercial HVAC equipment replacements and mechanical projects.
• Knowledge of chillers, boilers, cooling towers, air handling units, rooftop units, and associated mechanical systems.
• Ability to accurately estimate installation labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
• Ability to independently walk job sites and develop detailed scopes of work.
• Experience reviewing mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Experience working with HVAC equipment suppliers and mechanical subcontractors.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively with sales representatives and operations leadership.
• Proficiency with Excel and estimating software.
• Takes ownership of estimates and ensures accuracy.
• Works effectively with salespeople, vendors, subcontractors, and operations leadership.

Our employees enjoy the following benefits

• Dental, Vision, and Life insurance options
• Additional supplemental plans for consideration
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays (6)
• Company truck, fuel card, cell phone, tablet
• Opportunities to advance your career and pay
• Great company culture and a team who cares about YOUR success
• Year-round work – no layoffs!

MCG Mechanical is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to ensuring that all employees and job applicants are treated fairly, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This commitment applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.