Commercial HVAC Design-Build Estimator

Sun Glow Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electrical; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical insurance

Company-paid dental insurance

Company-paid vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick leave

Company take-home vehicle

Gym membership

Job summary

Sun Glow Inc. in Portland, Oregon seeks a Commercial HVAC Design-Build Estimator with 3+ years' experience in HVAC design and estimating to drive new business from concept through bid and handoff. The role involves reviewing drawings, performing field measurements, and delivering competitive proposals.

You will design and propose commercial HVAC solutions, coordinate with vendors, and support installations through project closeout. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial HVAC project engineering or mechanical design experience.
• 3+ years of commercial HVAC estimating experience.
• Experience preparing commercial HVAC bid proposals.
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment, system design, and installation practices.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design and estimating software.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, mechanical plans, and project specifications.
• Knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, duct design, and airflow principles.
• Familiarity with applicable mechanical and energy codes.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and project management abilities.
• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with general contractors, builders, and commercial clients.
• Generate new commercial HVAC project opportunities through networking and business development.
• Review construction drawings, mechanical plans, and project specifications.
• Perform site visits, field measurements, and existing equipment assessments.
• Design and develop commercial HVAC system solutions based on project requirements.
• Prepare HVAC layouts, equipment selections, and conceptual designs using AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Revit, or similar software.
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations and evaluate system capacity requirements.
• Design duct layouts and evaluate airflow, static pressure, friction loss, and overall system performance.
• Select rooftop units, split systems, furnaces, boilers, packaged equipment, and other HVAC components.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, proposals, and bid packages.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
• Participate in bid reviews, negotiations, and project handoffs to operations.
• Support installation teams through project execution, field coordination, commissioning, and final project closeout

Skills

HVAC design

HVAC estimating

Bid proposals

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Reading drawings

Codes compliance

Negotiation

Project management

Driver's license

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

Base salary + commission. Expected First-Year Earnings $150,000 - $250,000

Full-Time | Portland, OR Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

For more than 50 years, Sun Glow Inc. has been a trusted HVAC contractor serving homeowners and businesses throughout the Portland area.

As we continue to grow, we're expanding our commercial division and are looking for an experienced Commercial HVAC Design-Build Estimator to help generate new business, design HVAC solutions, prepare competitive estimates, and help deliver successful commercial projects.

What You'll Do

• Develop relationships with general contractors, builders, and commercial clients
• Generate new commercial HVAC project opportunities through networking and business development
• Review construction drawings, mechanical plans, and project specifications
• Perform site visits, field measurements, and existing equipment assessments
• Design and develop commercial HVAC system solutions based on project requirements
• Prepare HVAC layouts, equipment selections, and conceptual designs using AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Revit, or similar software
• Perform heating and cooling load calculations and evaluate system capacity requirements
• Design duct layouts and evaluate airflow, static pressure, friction loss, and overall system performance
• Select rooftop units, split systems, furnaces, boilers, packaged equipment, and other HVAC components
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, proposals, and bid packages
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing
• Participate in bid reviews, negotiations, and project handoffs to operations
• Support installation teams through project execution, field coordination, commissioning, and final project closeout

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of commercial HVAC project engineering or mechanical design experience
• 3+ years of commercial HVAC estimating experience
• Experience preparing commercial HVAC bid proposals
• Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment, system design, and installation practices
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design and estimating software
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, mechanical plans, and project specifications
• Knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, duct design, and airflow principles
• Familiarity with applicable mechanical and energy codes
• Strong relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and project management abilities
• Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record

Why Join Sun Glow?

• More than 50 years of serving the Portland community
• Stable, well-established company with an outstanding reputation
• Opportunity to help grow an expanding commercial division
• Work on diverse commercial HVAC projects from design through completion
• Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative leadership team committed to employee success

What We Offer

• 100% company-paid medical insurance for employee
• 100% company-paid dental insurance for employee
• 100% company-paid vision insurance for employee
• 401(k) with a 4% company match
• Two weeks of paid vacation (accrues from day one; available after 90 days)
• Seven paid holidays annually
• 40 hours of paid sick leave annually
• Company take-home vehicle
• Company-paid gym membership

Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug test upon being given a conditional offer of employment.

Salary: $150000.00 - $250000.00 per year