HVAC Estimator II

Reports to: Estimating Manager. Location: Corporate Office, 303 W Elliott Rd, Ste. 101, Tempe, AZ 85284 (occasional travel to job sites for review or job walks).

About the role

The Plumbing/HVAC Estimator II is responsible for developing accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates that support the award of $6–10 million in annual contracted work. This role independently manages bids while collaborating closely with Business Development and Operations to ensure scope clarity, risk alignment, and a seamless transition from estimate to execution. Beyond estimating, this position contributes to the company's long-term growth strategy by supporting consistent margins, disciplined pursuit decisions, and scalable estimating processes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed Plumbing/HVAC estimates including labor, material, equipment, subcontractors, and general conditions.
• Develop and deliver accurate, timely estimates while keeping stakeholders abreast of status.
• Independently manage assigned bids from opportunity review through final proposal submission.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and addenda to ensure complete and executable scope coverage.
• Identify project risks, constructability challenges, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Apply company estimating standards, historical data, and pricing strategies.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to align pricing, risk, and execution plans.
• Participate in scope reviews and turnover meetings to support strong project starts.
• Maintain organized estimate documentation for awarded and lost work.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.

Requirements

• 3–7 years of commercial Plumbing/HVAC estimating experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently support $6–10M in annual awarded work.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC systems and construction means and methods.
• Experience with estimating and takeoff software (FastDUCT, FastPIPE, Bluebeam, Bidtracer, etc.).
• Visionary mindset - able to think beyond the current bid and understand long-term impact.
• Self-motivated and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Thrives in a team-oriented culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Strong