HVAC Estimator II

Tempe Mechanical; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing Retirement Plan

Wages on Demand

6 Paid Holidays

48 Hours of Paid Time Off

40 Hours of Sick Time

Job summary

A mechanical contracting company is seeking a Plumbing/HVAC Estimator II to prepare detailed estimates and manage bids. The ideal candidate will have 3–7 years of estimating experience in commercial plumbing/HVAC and a strong understanding of HVAC systems. Responsibilities include analyzing specs, managing bids, and collaborating with teams. The position offers a competitive salary between $56,000 and $85,000 annually, along with benefits such as medical and dental insurance, profit sharing, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of commercial Plumbing/HVAC estimating experience.
• Ability to support $6–10M in annual awarded work.
• Self-motivated and accountable with ownership.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed Plumbing/HVAC estimates.
• Analyze drawings and specifications for scope coverage.
• Manage assigned bids from opportunity to proposal submission.

Skills

Commercial Plumbing/HVAC estimating experience

Technical understanding of HVAC systems

Experience with estimating software

Strong communication skills

Leadership experience

Tools

FastDUCT

FastPIPE

Bluebeam

Bidtracer

Job description

Job Title: Plumbing/HVAC Estimator II

Pay

$56,000 - $85,000 annual salary - Based on skills, experience, performance and ongoing training attendance.

Key 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.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Identify project risks, constructability challenges, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Apply company estimating standards, historical data, and pricing strategies.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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 communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• Leadership experience a plus.

Reports To

Estimating Manager

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
• ZayZoon – Wages on Demand
• 6 Paid Holidays
• 48 Hours of Paid Time Off
• 40 Hours of Sick Time

Location / Travel

• Corporate Office: 303 W Elliot Rd Suite 101 Tempe, AZ 85284
• Occasional Travel to Job Sites for Review or Job Walk.

Our Promise

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Must be able to pass a background and drug screen.