Refrigeration Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

We are seeking an experienced Refrigeration Estimator to join our team in Medford, MA. This position is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for commercial refrigeration and HVAC projects , including refrigeration piping, equipment, labor, materials, and subcontractor costs.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of commercial refrigeration systems, refrigerant piping, mechanical plans, specifications, and construction estimating . Previous hands-on refrigeration or pipefitting experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Review mechanical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and bid documents for commercial refrigeration projects.
• Prepare detailed estimates for refrigeration installations, replacements, renovations, and related HVAC work.
• Perform material and labor takeoffs for refrigerant piping, fittings, valves, equipment, controls, insulation, and related components .
• Estimate labor requirements based on project scope, complexity, schedules, and field conditions.
• Obtain and evaluate pricing from vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Prepare accurate project budgets and competitive bid proposals.
• Identify project risks, exclusions, clarifications, and potential cost impacts during the estimating process.
• Review equipment schedules and specifications for compressors, condensers, evaporators, refrigeration racks, and other refrigeration equipment.
• Coordinate with project managers, field leadership, vendors, and customers during the bidding and preconstruction process.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and job-site walkthroughs when required.
• Assist with value engineering and alternative solutions to improve project cost and constructability.
• Track bid opportunities, deadlines, proposals, and follow-up activities.
• Assist with change-order pricing and additional work estimates.
• Maintain accurate estimating records, pricing information, and project documentation.
• Support the transition of awarded projects from estimating to project management and field operations.

•  3+ years of commercial refrigeration and/or HVAC estimating experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial refrigeration systems and refrigerant piping .
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, blueprints, specifications, and equipment schedules.
• Experience performing detailed material and labor takeoffs.
• Understanding of refrigeration equipment, piping installation, brazing requirements, pressure testing, evacuation, and system installation practices.
• Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software.
• Knowledge of Massachusetts mechanical/refrigeration codes and industry standards preferred.
• Previous field experience as a Refrigeration Pipefitter, Refrigeration Technician, or HVAC/Refrigeration Mechanic is a plus.

• Experience estimating commercial refrigeration construction projects .
• Experience with supermarkets, cold storage, restaurants, food-service facilities, or other commercial refrigeration applications.
• Familiarity with refrigeration racks, walk-in coolers/freezers, condensers, evaporators, compressors, and associated piping systems.
• Experience working with general contractors, mechanical contractors, vendors, and equipment manufacturers.
• Relevant refrigeration/HVAC licenses or certifications are a plus.