Senior HVAC Estimator & Preconstruction Lead

Senior Estimator

MSS Solutions, LLC has an opening for a Senior Estimator who will create detailed cost estimates for HVAC projects, including materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractors, to support bidding and pricing decisions.

• Assume key role throughout estimating, bidding, vendor and subcontractor proposal review and purchasing processes
• Work alongside Director of Preconstruction and Company leadership team to determine bid or no bid
• Assist Director of Preconstruction in assigning lead estimator for each project based on skillset and schedule alignment
• Delegate tasks and responsibilities to direct reports; supervise/mentor the work of other estimators
• Perform detailed quantity take-offs of HVAC equipment and systems, including hydronic and air sides
• Ability to develop budgets from narratives during schematic design and through design development and to construction documents
• Develop bid packages/contract scopes of work for subcontractors, evaluate subcontractor bids and issue contracts
• Be involved throughout the estimating, bidding, vendor and subcontractor proposal review and purchasing processes
• Prepares, finalizes, and reviews preliminary and/or final proposal / submittal complete
• Assists leadership team and Project Managers with technical support
• Develops, evaluates, and discusses possible solutions with Manager, Project Manager, Sub-contractor, Supplier, and/or customer
• Coordinates selection, pricing, and integrates equipment, controls, and services for each project
• Provides leadership to the team, resolve issues and solve problems that arise
• Performs construction plan review or other requirements as determined by project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet all of the customer’s facility requirements
• Prepares and reviews contract terms and conditions using standard contract templates when applicable
• Assists Director in developing project fulfillment schedule with project team
• Resolves major deviations from scope with team after Project Scope Validation
• Provides knowledge and consultation in the form of developing facility-related solutions for the customer’s problems.
• Determines project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet the entire customer’s building system design and installation requirements
• Demonstrate a functional acumen to support how solutions will address client goals while maintaining alignment with industry best practices
• Visit client sites and project sites to survey conditions and make observations as needed
• Assist in the interview and selection of new estimators
• Monitor staff performance and complete performance reviews
• Collaborates with team members to solicit proper expertise in order to meet customer needs
• Assist Director in managing total preconstruction efforts
• Other such duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Company from time to time

• Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in the HVAC industry
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand blueprints and construction plans and specifications
• Ability to understand HVAC systems and controls and basic HVAC principles, concepts, and perform calculations
• Strong work ethic
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office related products

• Regular and supervisory probation period required, if applicable
• Random drug testing required
• Must successfully pass a background check
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• MSS Solutions, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free environment
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran

MSS Solutions, LLC is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug-free environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.