Commercial HVAC Estimator

MVAC,Inc. • Full-time • Hemet, California, United States • $60,000 - $100,000 / year • 1w ago

We are an established commercial HVAC contractor located in Hemet, CA looking to add a Commercial HVAC Estimator to our team.

We are open to candidates at multiple experience levels, from a motivated junior estimator who wants to learn and grow within the commercial HVAC industry to an experienced or senior estimator who can independently manage complete estimates and larger commercial projects.

For junior-level candidates, training will be provided in HVAC estimating, blueprint reading, duct and piping takeoffs, vendor pricing, labor estimating, bid preparation, and proposal writing.

Experienced candidates will be expected to take on greater responsibility based on their knowledge, estimating ability, and the size and complexity of projects they can manage independently.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may vary based on experience level and may include:

Review construction drawings, blueprints, specifications, addenda, and bid documents
Perform quantity takeoffs for HVAC ductwork, piping, equipment, materials, and accessories
Utilize estimating and takeoff software to measure and quantify project scope
Request pricing from equipment vendors, material suppliers, and subcontractors
Review vendor and subcontractor proposals for scope and completeness
Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs
Prepare detailed and organized project estimates
Identify scope gaps, exclusions, clarifications, and potential project risks
Prepare professional bid proposals and written scope descriptions
Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, general contractors, project managers, and internal team members
Write clear and professional emails regarding pricing, scope, clarifications, and project requirements
Manage multiple estimates and deadlines at the same time
Maintain organized estimating files and documentation
Participate in estimate reviews and project handoff meetings
Assist with budgeting, design-build, and conceptual estimates as experience allows

Senior-level candidates may also assist with larger or more complex estimates, review the work of junior estimators, develop conceptual budgets, and help improve estimating standards and procedures.

Required Skills

Candidates should have:

Strong computer skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Ability to write clear and professional emails
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to read and understand construction drawings and blueprints, or the ability and willingness to learn
Strong reading comprehension
Basic math and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail
Good organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently for extended periods
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, vendors, subcontractors, and customers
Professional, dependable, and punctual work habits
Willingness to learn, retain, and apply new information

Preferred Experience

The following experience is highly desirable but is not required for all candidates:

Commercial HVAC estimating experience
HVAC field, project management, project engineering, or construction experience
Experience reading mechanical plans and specifications
Experience with ductwork takeoff
Experience with piping takeoff
Experience estimating HVAC equipment, sheet metal, piping, insulation, controls, or subcontracted work
Experience with QuoteSoft
Experience with any duct takeoff or mechanical estimating software
Experience with Bluebeam or similar PDF takeoff software
Experience reviewing Division 23 specifications
Experience preparing commercial HVAC proposals, clarifications, and exclusions
Experience developing labor and material budgets
Experience with design-build or conceptual estimating

QuoteSoft or other duct takeoff experience would be a significant plus.

Candidates We Would Consider

We are open to candidates from several different backgrounds, including:

Junior HVAC estimators
Experienced commercial HVAC estimators
Senior mechanical estimators
HVAC project engineers
HVAC project managers interested in moving into estimating
HVAC field personnel interested in transitioning into an office position
Construction professionals with strong technical, computer, and organizational skills who want to develop a career in HVAC estimating

Previous estimating experience is preferred for experienced and senior-level applicants but is not required for junior-level candidates.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience
Training and development for junior-level candidates
Opportunity for advancement
Opportunity to work on a wide variety of commercial HVAC projects
Opportunity for experienced estimators to take ownership of larger and more complex projects
Long-term career opportunity with an established commercial HVAC contractor

Benefits