Residential HVAC Estimator

Position Overview

The Residential HVAC Estimator will oversee HVAC estimating operations supporting multiple branches, working closely with operations, purchasing, and executive leadership. This role is in-office to ensure real-time collaboration, accountability, and consistency across our estimating and operations teams.

Specific Qualifications

• 7+ years residential HVAC estimating experience (production builder experience strongly preferred)

• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, duct design, equipment selection, and load calculations

• Proven experience supporting high-volume builder environments

• Solid financial and cost-analysis skills

• Advanced Excel skills; estimating software experience required

• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC estimating for production and custom residential projects

• Establish and maintain standardized estimating processes, templates, and pricing models

• Review and validate bids for scope accuracy, code compliance, and profitability

• Support branch teams in meeting builder bid deadlines

• Coverage and review HVAC load calculations and system designs

• Analyze labor, material, and overhead assumptions to protect margin

• Mentor and support estimating staff across branches

• Serve as a technical and pricing resource to operations and leadership

• Aid in strategic pricing, value engineering, and builder negotiations

Qualifications

Key Qualifications include:

• 7+ years residential HVAC estimating experience (production builder experience strongly preferred)
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, duct design, equipment selection, and load calculations
• Proven experience supporting high-volume builder environments
• Solid financial and cost-analysis skills
• Advanced Excel skills; estimating software experience required
• Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills