Job description
Category: Engineering
Location:
PERMANENT AU DAYSHIFT, WFH-PHILIPPINES
Job Description: Mechanical & Refrigeration Estimator
Company background: HVAC and Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing
Working hours: 9am onwards
VA Rate - $11-12 AUD per hour (Negotiable)
Target start date: ASAP
Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Mechanical & Refrigeration Estimator to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates, material take-offs, and tender submissions for commercial and industrial mechanical and refrigeration projects.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of refrigeration systems, HVAC equipment, mechanical services, piping, and associated building services. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure competitive and accurate estimates that support successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Estimating & Cost Planning
Prepare detailed cost estimates for mechanical and refrigeration projects.
Perform quantity take-offs from mechanical, refrigeration, HVAC, and plumbing drawings.
Develop accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and cost breakdowns.
Estimate labor, equipment, materials, subcontractor costs, and project overheads.
Prepare competitive tenders, quotations, and bid proposals.
Plan Review & Technical Analysis
Review mechanical, refrigeration, HVAC, and construction drawings and specifications.
Interpret engineering designs and identify project scope requirements.
Identify discrepancies, omissions, and potential risks within tender documentation.
Provide value engineering recommendations to improve project cost efficiency.
Clarify technical queries with engineers, consultants, and clients.
Supplier & Subcontractor Coordination
Obtain pricing from suppliers and subcontractors.
Evaluate quotations for completeness and competitiveness.
Build and maintain strong supplier and subcontractor relationships.
Negotiate pricing and procurement options where appropriate.
Monitor current material pricing and market trends.
Project Support
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and operations teams during project handover.
Assist with project budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
Support procurement by identifying long-lead equipment and materials.
Provide estimating support for project variations and change orders.
Documentation & Reporting
Prepare tender documentation and submission packages.
Maintain estimating databases and historical cost information.
Generate estimate summaries and management reports.
Ensure all estimating documentation is accurate, complete, and properly archived.
Compliance & Quality
Ensure estimates comply with project specifications, Australian Standards, and applicable building codes.
Maintain compliance with company estimating procedures and quality standards.
Support continuous improvement of estimating processes and cost databases.
Required Qualifications
Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field.
Minimum 2 years of experience estimating mechanical, refrigeration, or HVAC projects.
Strong understanding of commercial refrigeration systems, HVAC installations, chilled water systems, mechanical services, and associated construction practices.
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and tender documentation.
Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience estimating commercial refrigeration projects, cold storage facilities, supermarkets,
industrial refrigeration plants, or HVAC systems.
Knowledge of Australian Standards and National Construction Code (NCC).
Experience with design-and-construct (D&C) and lump sum tendering.
Understanding of procurement and contract administration.
Trade background in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning is highly regarded.
Technical SkillsEstimating Software
Bluebeam
PlanSwift
Aroflow
Business Software
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Teams
Technical Knowledge
Commercial Refrigeration Systems
Industrial Refrigeration
HVAC Systems
Mechanical Services
Chilled Water Systems
DX Systems
VRF/VRV Systems
Mechanical Plant Equipment
Pumps and Pipework
Ductwork
Building Services Coordination
Material Take-Offs
Quantity Surveying Principles
Cost Planning
Tender Preparation
Value Engineering
Details
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.