Estimator I

Comfort Systems USA Shoffner; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Training programs and career growth

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Comfort Systems USA Shoffner in Fort Worth, TX is seeking a skilled Estimator to prepare and coordinate accurate, competitive estimates for commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, and related mechanical work. You will translate bid documents into scope, cost, risk, and execution plans, collaborating with engineering, BIM, and field teams to ensure constructability and timely bid submissions.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of relevant experience, strong reading of plans, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of commercial mechanical estimating or related field.
• Ability to read plans, specs, and contract documents.
• Proficiency with Excel and estimating software.
• Strong numerical accuracy and time management.

Responsibilities

• Develop complete labor, material, equipment, subcontract, and indirect-cost estimates for bids.
• Review drawings, specs, addenda, and risk; document scope and exclusions.
• Validate takeoffs for plumbing, piping, sheet-metal, and equipment.
• Prepare bid proposals, vendor solicitations, and recap estimates.
• Coordinate with engineering, BIM, operations, procurement, and field leaders.
• Maintain historical cost data and apply lessons learned.
• Manage priorities to meet deadlines.

Skills

Estimating software

Plan takeoffs

Bid development

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or construction-related field

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Fabrication software

Power BI

Estimating platforms

Job description

About Us:

Since 1980, DynaTen Corporation (a Comfort Systems USA Company) has delivered high-quality Commercial Construction and Service Solutions across the greater North Texas market. We partner with our clients to provide technicalexpertiseand high-level execution on every project. As a result, DynaTen is a trusted provider of HVAC, Plumbing, and Building Automation Controls solutions.

Our culture is built on accountability, teamwork, and a commitment to developing our people. We take pride in promoting from within, supporting both field and office teams, and delivering results the right way. We offer strong long-term career opportunities, excellent benefits, and a positive, team-oriented work environment.

Position Summary

The Estimator prepares and coordinatesaccurate, competitive estimates for commercial HVAC, plumbing, piping, controls, and related mechanical work. This role translates bid documents and customer requirements into a clear scope, cost, risk, and execution plan for management review. This position reports to the Senior Estimator.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop complete labor, material, equipment, subcontract, and indirect-cost estimates for assigned commercial mechanical bids.

• Review plans, specifications, addenda, schedules, alternates, and contract requirements; document scope, assumptions, exclusions, and risk.

• Perform orvalidatetakeoffs for plumbing, piping,sheet-metal, equipment, fixtures, valves, supports, insulation, and related systems.

• Prepare pre-bid questions, material matrices, vendor and subcontractor solicitations, bid comparisons, and estimate recapitulations.

• Coordinate with engineering, BIM, operations, procurement, and field leaders tovalidatemeans, methods, productivity, phasing, and constructability.

• Prepare professional proposals andrequiredbid forms andparticipatein estimate reviews, interviews, and handoff meetings.

• Maintainaccuratehistorical cost, productivity, vendor, and outcome data and apply lessons learned to future estimates.

• Manage priorities andmilestonesso deliverables are complete,accurate, and submitted on time.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• At least 2 years of commercial construction estimating, project engineering, field leadership, or closely related mechanical experience.

• Working knowledge of commercial plumbing, mechanical piping,sheet-metal, equipment, labor productivity, and construction sequencing.

• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, addenda, contracts, and technical submittals.

• Proficiencywith Microsoft Excel and estimating, takeoff,document-management, and collaboration software.

• Strong numerical accuracy, organization, communication, judgment, and deadline management.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering, construction science, ora relatedfield.

• Journeyman-level trade experience or completion of a mechanical apprenticeship.

• Experience with Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Fabrication, Power BI, and mechanical estimating platforms.

• Experience with design-build, conceptual, negotiated, healthcare, data center, or other complex projects.

What you can expect

• Exceptional health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid Employee-Only Medical Coverage.

• In-house and manufacturer-led training and leadership development.

• Long-term career growth into operations, sales, technical, and/or leadership roles.

• Comprehensive benefits package and employer-sponsored professional memberships.

• 401(k) match, PTO, holiday pay, and more.

• Eligibility for the annual incentive program based on role and plan terms.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office with regular visits to active construction sites, customer facilities, shops, or meetings. Site visits may requirewalkinguneven surfaces, using stairs, wearing required PPE, and exposure to weather, noise, dust, and moving equipment. Local travel and schedule flexibility arerequiredbased on project needs.

EEO Statement

Comfort Systems USA, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, age, or any other status protected by law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms andconditions of employment.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Managementretainsthe discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

This job description does notstateor imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position.Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and perform other job-related duties requested by an authorized person.All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and employmentremainsat will.