Commercial HVAC Estimator
About the role
The Commercial HVAC Estimator will support the sales efforts of Trueline's client, a well-established HVAC manufacturer's representative serving commercial mechanical contractors across the Southwest. The position is based in Phoenix, Arizona, near Sky Harbor Airport.
Responsibilities
- Review commercial construction drawings, mechanical plans, and technical specifications
- Perform detailed HVAC and airside material takeoffs
- Prepare accurate equipment quotations for commercial mechanical projects
- Price HVAC equipment, ventilation products, and related mechanical systems
- Manage multiple active bids while meeting submission deadlines
- Support sales representatives throughout the estimating and quotation process
- Prepare internal follow-up documentation for active bids and quoted projects
- Cookorate with sales, operations, and other internal departments
- Maintain organized estimating files, pricing records, and bid documentation
- Communicate clearly with customers and internal stakeholders
- Identify scope gaps, pricing issues, and missing information before quotations are submitted
- Support commercial projects ranging from approximately $1,000 to $250,000
Requirements
- 3+ years of commercial HVAC or mechanical estimating experience
- Experience reading commercial construction drawings and specifications
- Experience performing HVAC takeoffs and preparing project estimates or quotations
- Strong understanding of commercial HVAC systems and mechanical construction
- Able to price equipment and material for plan-and-spec projects
- Strong computer skills
- Excellent organization and time management
- Able to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Stable work history
- Collaborative and team-oriented approach
Qualifications
- Experience working for a commercial mechanical contractor
- Experience working for an HVAC manufacturer's representative
- Existing familiarity with the Phoenix mechanical construction market
- Experience supporting sales teams during the bidding process
- Knowledge of manufacturers such as Price Industries, Loren Cook, Pottorff, Luxaire, Qmark, CaptiveAire, Samsung HVAC, Fantech, Western Vents, AboveAir, Carel, Big Ass Fans, FabricAir, Seiho, or Gas Detection Systems
- Experience preparing quotations for projects ranging from small equipment packages to larger commercial HVAC scopes
Skills
- Commercial HVAC systems and mechanical construction knowledge
- Ability to price equipment and materials accurately
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication skills
Benefits
Our client offers a base salary of $55,000-$85,000, with a target hiring range of $65,000-$80,000. Health insurance for employees and eligible family members is provided after 90 days, along with a 401(k) eligibility after 90 days. The company matches 50% of employee contributions to the 401(k) plan, up to $1,500 annually. Employees receive two weeks of paid time off after one year, prorated based on start date. The schedule is stable and office-based, with support for a growing project volume and long-term career stability. There is also an opportunity to join an established Phoenix estimating team and responsive interview process with fast feedback.
Pay
$55,000 - $85,000 base salary, with a target hiring range of $65,000 - $80,000.
Schedule
Stable, office-based schedule.
Company
Trueline and its clients are committed to an equal-opportunity employment policy and welcome all qualified candidates.