Sr. Mechanical Estimator

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc.; Syosset (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Personnel Services, Inc. in Syosset, NY is seeking a Sr Mechanical Installation Estimator to lead high-value HVAC bids from initial blueprint review to final submission, serving as the primary technical authority.

You will mentor junior estimators, perform detailed takeoffs, develop conceptual budgets, assess risks, negotiate with vendors, and collaborate with Operations, Project Management, and Purchasing to ensure profitable, on-time project handoffs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in commercial HVAC or mechanical construction.
• Minimum 5 years of dedicated commercial HVAC estimating experience preferred.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and critical-thinking skills with knowledge of NY labor/material markets.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook; estimating software experience a plus.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and manage multiple high-priority deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end estimating for high-value HVAC installation projects.
• Read and interpret complex mechanical drawings, specs, and client scopes.
• Perform and oversee detailed material, labor, equipment, piping, and ductwork takeoffs.
• Develop preliminary budgets and conceptual estimates for early-stage projects.
• Identify constructability issues, scope gaps, and technical risks.
• Evaluate subcontractor/vendor quotations and negotiate pricing.
• Collaborate with Operations, Project Management, and Purchasing for seamless handoffs.
• Lead pre-bid meetings and site visits; participate in client scope reviews.
• Provide technical guidance and QA reviews for estimators.

Skills

HVAC Estimating

Pricing Strategy

Bid Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Reading blueprints

Excel

Mentoring

Takeoffs

Project coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Construction management/engineering degree preferred

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Access

Job description

Job Details:

Sr Mechanical Installation Estimator:

100,000 to $140,000

Operating with a high level of autonomy, you will manage major bids from initial blueprint review to final submission while serving as the primary technical authority and mentor to junior estimators. This role requires an expert-level understanding of commercial mechanical construction, advanced pricing methodologies, labor dynamics, and strategic risk evaluation.

Key Responsibilities

• Bid Leadership: Direct the end-to-end estimating process for high-value, complex commercial HVAC installation projects.
• Blueprint Analysis: Read, deconstruct, and interpret intricate mechanical drawings, specifications, architectural documents, and client scopes of work.
• Takeoffs & Quantities: Perform and oversee highly detailed material, labor, equipment, piping, and ductwork takeoffs.
• Conceptual Budgeting: Develop highly accurate preliminary budgets and conceptual estimates for early-stage projects with limited design layout details.
• Risk & Scope Management: Proactively identify project constructability issues, potential scope gaps, and technical risks to safeguard profitability.
• Vendor Negotiation: Analyze and evaluate subcontractor and vendor quotations, negotiating highly competitive pricing.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with internal Operations, Project Management, and Purchasing departments to ensure flawless project handoffs.
• Field Representation: Lead pre-bid meetings, execute strategic site visits, and participate in final client scope reviews.
• Team Mentorship: Provide technical guidance, performance feedback, and quality assurance reviews for Estimator.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

• Industry Experience: Minimum of 5 years in commercial HVAC or mechanical construction.
• Estimating Expertise: Minimum of 5 years of dedicated commercial HVAC estimating experience is strongly preferred.
• Technical Mastery: Exceptional quantitative, analytical, and critical-thinking skills with a deep understanding of NY regional construction labor and material markets.
• Software Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Access (estimating software experience a plus).
• Leadership Traits: Proven capability to mentor junior staff, manage multiple high-priority deadlines simultaneously, and make independent pricing decisions.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; a technical school certification or college degree in construction management/engineering is preferred.