HVAC Costing & Estimation Engineer
Location: Bengaluru (On-site)
Experience: 2–4 years
CTC Budget: ₹5.0 – ₹6.0 LPA
Department: Estimation / Engineering
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical HVAC Costing & Estimation Engineer with 2 to 4 years of experience to join our team in Bengaluru. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing project drawings, preparing accurate Bills of Quantities (BOQ), executing quantity take-offs, and developing competitive commercial quotations for commercial, industrial, or residential HVAC projects.
Key Responsibilities
BOQ Preparation & Take-offs: Review architectural, structural, and MEP drawings to perform accurate quantity take-offs for chillers, VRF systems, ducting, piping, and low-side equipment.
Cost Estimation: Calculate comprehensive project costs, including material, labor, transport, taxes, and contingency factors.
Quotation & Proposal Management: Prepare and submit technically compliant and commercially viable competitive quotations for tenders and direct client enquiries.
Vendor Management: Float enquiries to equipment manufacturers and suppliers, obtain competitive quotes, and perform technical/commercial comparisons.
Value Engineering: Suggest cost-effective alternatives or optimization strategies during the bidding stage without compromising on project quality or engineering standards.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with the Sales, Projects, and Procurement teams to ensure smooth transition from the estimation phase to project execution.
Requirements & Qualifications
Education: B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
Experience: 2–4 years of core experience in HVAC estimation and costing.
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in reading MEP/HVAC drawings on AutoCAD.
Advanced command over MS Excel for complex costing sheets.
Strong understanding of HVAC systems (Chillers, VRF, AHUs, Ventilation, Ducting, Piping).
Soft Skills: Excellent negotiation, numerical competency, and strong communication skills to coordinate with vendors and clients.