Senior Estimator - HVAC

Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnett Specialists Staffing | Recruiting is seeking a Senior Estimator - HVAC to oversee all estimating functions within the mechanical and plumbing division. You will lead the estimating team, develop bid strategies, and ensure accuracy and competitiveness across bids for profitable projects.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems, with strong leadership and communication skills, and proficiency in estimating software and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated success leading estimating teams and complex bids.
• Deep understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems and installation practices.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all estimating activities and personnel.
• Develop bid strategies, review final estimates, and ensure accuracy before submission.
• Evaluate project risk and provide recommendations on markups, margins, and contingencies.
• Lead major mechanical and plumbing project estimates exceeding company thresholds.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, general contractors, and suppliers.
• Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to the estimating team.
• Support business development by participating in preconstruction meetings and client interviews.
• Continuously improve estimating procedures, databases, and workflows.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Takeoff platforms

Job description

Senior Estimator - HVAC

Senior Estimator

We are working with a well respected contractor to help them hire a Senior Estimator. The Senior Estimator is responsible for overseeing all estimating functions within the mechanical and plumbing division, providing leadership, accuracy, and strategy in the pursuit of profitable projects. This role serves as the department’s technical and strategic lead, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and competitiveness across all bids. The company has an excellent culture!

Senior Estimator Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate all estimating activities and personnel.
• Develop bid strategies, review final estimates, and ensure accuracy before submission.
• Evaluate project risk and provide recommendations on markups, margins, and contingencies.
• Lead major mechanical and plumbing project estimates exceeding company thresholds.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, general contractors, and suppliers.
• Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to the estimating team.
• Support business development by participating in preconstruction meetings and client interviews.
• Continuously improve estimating procedures, databases, and workflows.

Senior Estimator Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive estimating experience in mechanical and plumbing construction.
• Demonstrated success in leading estimating teams and winning complex bids.
• Deep understanding of HVAC, plumbing, and piping systems, materials, and installation practices.
• Advanced knowledge of estimating software, Excel, and takeoff platforms.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline preferred.