Sheet Metal Estimator

Join a Growing Mechanical Construction Team

Our client is seeking an experienced Sheet Metal Estimator to support commercial HVAC and sheet metal fabrication projects. This role is ideal for someone with a strong understanding of duct fabrication, commercial HVAC systems, and estimating who enjoys collaborating with operations, fabrication, and preconstruction teams to deliver accurate, competitive bids.

You'll play a key role in developing estimates for fabrication and installation, reviewing construction documents, identifying scope gaps, and supporting projects from conceptual design through final bid.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed sheet metal takeoffs using Trimble or similar estimating software.
• Estimate rectangular duct, spiral duct, fittings, specialty materials, and HVAC sheet metal systems.
• Develop estimates from complete drawings as well as conceptual designs, narratives, and partial construction documents.
• Generate material, fabrication labor, and field installation labor estimates.
• Review plans and specifications to identify duct systems, pressure classes, fabrication requirements, and missing scope.
• Apply SMACNA standards and industry best practices to estimating and fabrication.
• Identify constructability concerns, scope gaps, and value engineering opportunities.
• Coordinate with engineering, fabrication, project management, and estimating teams.
• Assist in developing competitive project pricing and bid strategies.
• Provide technical support throughout the estimating and preconstruction process.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of HVAC or sheet metal industry experience (fabrication experience preferred).
• Experience estimating commercial sheet metal and ductwork projects.
• Strong knowledge of duct systems, airflow principles, pressure classes, fabrication methods, and sheet metal materials.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and project specifications.
• Experience with Trimble or similar estimating/takeoff software preferred.
• Familiarity with SMACNA standards.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience pricing projects from conceptual or incomplete design documents.
• Design-assist or conceptual estimating experience.
• Ability to interpret early design intent and develop complete project scope.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make sound estimating assumptions when project information is limited.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Stable organization with a collaborative culture and excellent opportunities for long-term career growth