Sheet Metal Estimator

Job Summary

Gallo Mechanical is looking for a Sheet Metal Estimator to join our high performing Preconstruction team.  As a Sheet Metal Estimator, you are responsible for managing all aspects of developing cost estimates for sheet metal and HVAC ductwork scopes, bidding projects, and other pre-construction related services.

Responsibilities

• Reading mechanical drawings, specifications, and requests for proposals to understand the full sheet metal scope of work to bid, including supply, return, exhaust, and specialty duct systems.
• Performing detailed quantity takeoffs of sheet metal ductwork using Trimble Autobid Sheet Metal, FastDUCT, or equivalent estimating software.
• Creating detailed cost estimates and high-level scoping of sheet metal and ductwork projects to produce the estimate summary.
• Monitoring the weekly bid calendar and ensuring timely completion of proposals across multiple concurrent pursuits.
• Reviewing material takeoffs for completeness and accuracy, including duct gauge, sealing class, insulation, and specialty fittings.
• Compiling takeoffs, fabrication costs, labor hours, and equipment summaries into the project estimate.
• Obtaining pricing for specialty sheet metal materials including galvanized steel, stainless steel, aluminum, dampers, louvers, and access doors.
• Soliciting bids from sheet metal subcontractors, fabricators, and vendors.
• Reviewing scope of subcontractor and vendor quotes to ensure alignment with project specifications and SMACNA standards.
• Drafting and finalizing proposals, bid forms, and cost breakouts with clearly documented scope, assumptions, inclusions, and exclusions.
• Assisting in preparing conceptual budgets from preliminary design documents.
• Assisting sales teams with procurement strategies for sheet metal scopes.
• Attending project scope review meetings with clients, mechanical engineers, and GC teams.
• Turning over all estimating information and cost baselines to the project management team on awarded projects.
  

Ideal Experience & Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical project documents including drawings, specifications, and SMACNA standards.
• Proficiency in sheet metal estimating software — Trimble Autobid Sheet Metal, FastDUCT, QuoteSoft, or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu for plan review, takeoff markup, and document management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for cost modeling and estimate summaries.
• Working knowledge of sheet metal gauges, materials, duct fabrication methods, and field installation practices.
• Understanding of SMACNA standards for duct construction, pressure classes, and sealing classifications.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, managing simultaneously occurring bids and deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills for coordination with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.

About Gallo Mechanical

Founded in 1945, Gallo Mechanical is a premier mechanical construction and service provider headquartered in New Orleans, bringing more than 80 years of experience delivering mission-critical HVAC and plumbing solutions across the Southeastern United States—from Houston to the Carolinas. Guided by its values of family, service, and performance, Gallo maintains an unwavering commitment to its people and proudly serves healthcare, hospitality, education, industrial, and high-tech markets with a strong focus on safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Inclusive Employer

Our number one focus will always be our people. Gallo Mechanical welcomes employees from varied backgrounds and walks of life, and it’s reflected in our diverse community. Gallo Mechanical is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to administering personnel actions, including hiring, training, promoting and compensating its employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.