Chief Mechanical Estimator

DAVRON CV: Candidate 491026

HVAC ESTIMATOR & MECHANICAL CONTRACTOR | REMOTE ESTIMATING | DUCT & PIPING TAKEOFFS

Core Expertise

• Mechanical estimating for commercial, residential, industrial, healthcare, and institutional projects.
• Ductwork and piping takeoffs including square footage, linear footage, weight, and insulation quantities.
• Heat load calculations and equipment scheduling to align HVAC selection with project requirements.
• Bid preparation and change order pricing leveraging supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Estimating leadership with supervision of estimating staff and final estimate accountability.

Project Background

• Prepared full HVAC estimates for projects typically valued between $500K and $2M.
• Performed detailed duct and mechanical piping takeoffs by material, size, and connection method.
• Solicited and reconciled pricing from manufacturers, suppliers, and subcontractors for competitive bids.
• Reviewed construction drawings and specifications to develop compliant, complete bid packages.
• Managed estimating through project execution including submittals, change orders, and documentation.

Key Skills

• Procore Esticom | Bluebeam | HVAC estimating software
• Ductwork takeoffs | Mechanical piping takeoffs | Material and insulation quantification
• Heat load calculations | Equipment scheduling | Subcontractor coordination
• Bid preparation | Change order pricing | Proposal and submittal documentation
• Construction drawings review | Specifications interpretation | Vendor negotiation

Why Interview this Candidate?

They bring 24+ years of hands-on field, contracting, and estimating experience with a proven track record on mid-sized mechanical projects. Skilled at producing accurate, competitive estimates, supervising estimating staff, and managing change order pricing. Uses Procore Esticom and Bluebeam for efficient remote workflows and maintains strong vendor and manufacturer relationships to accelerate pricing and bid delivery.