Junior HVAC Estimator

Albemarle-Heating-; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Telehealth

Dental & Vision

401k

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Albemarle Heating & Air is seeking a Junior HVAC Estimator to join our Residential New Construction (NCR) team. The role focuses on estimating, project coordination, and administrative support for residential design-build projects, with mentorship from the NCR Manager and Senior Designer & Estimator.

The position involves preparing estimates, reviewing plans, and performing plan takeoffs. Opportunities to learn HVAC design exist while supporting day-to-day NCR operations.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years HVAC installation or estimating experience.
• High School Diploma or GED; EPA certification a plus.
• Strong reading and writing in English; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing accurate estimates for residential new construction.
• Review plans and specifications to gather estimating data.
• Perform digital plan takeoffs using Bluebeam Revu.
• Enter estimates and project data in ServiceTitan.
• Support NCR Manager and Senior Designer & Estimator.
• Coordinate with builders, vendors, and internal teams.
• Maintain project files and estimating records.
• Provide general administrative support to NCR.
• Assist with HVAC system layouts and design tasks as trained.

Skills

HVAC estimating

Residential construction

Plan takeoffs

ServiceTitan usage

Bluebeam Revu

Wrightsoft

Digital document handling

Strong communication

Time management

Independence & teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EPA certification (preferred)

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

Wrightsoft

ServiceTitan

Job description

Description

Junior HVAC Estimator Position Summary

Albemarle Heating & Air is seeking a Junior HVAC Estimator to join our Residential New Construction (NCR) team. This position works directly under the NCR Manager, providing estimating and administrative support for residential design-build projects. The Junior HVAC Estimator will assist with preparing estimates, reviewing residential construction plans, maintaining project documentation, and supporting the day-to-day operations of the NCR department. While there are opportunities to learn residential HVAC system design, the primary focus of this role is estimating, project coordination, and administrative support. The position works alongside and supports the Senior Designer & Estimator.

Junior HVAC Estimator Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing accurate estimates for residential new construction HVAC projects.
• Review residential construction plans and specifications to gather information for estimating.
• Perform digital plan takeoffs using Bluebeam Revu.
• Enter and maintain estimates, customer information, and project documentation in ServiceTitan.
• Support the Senior Designer & Estimator with project preparation and estimating tasks.
• Assist with residential HVAC system layouts and design work as experience and training progress.
• Organize project files and maintain accurate estimating records.
• Coordinate with builders, vendors, and internal team members to obtain project information.
• Perform general administrative duties that support the Residential New Construction department.
• Complete additional estimating and project support tasks as assigned by the NCR Manager.

Junior HVAC Estimator Qualifications

• 1–3 years of HVAC, construction, estimating, or related industry experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of residential HVAC systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working with construction plans and digital documents.
• Strong computer skills and willingness to learn new software.
• Excellent communication and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the NCR Manager and Senior Designer & Estimator
• At least 18 years of age
• Clean motor vehicle report and background check
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to bend, reach, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 lbs.
• Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Junior HVAC Estimator Preferred Experience

• Bluebeam Revu
• Wrightsoft
• ServiceTitan
• Residential HVAC estimating
• Residential construction drawings

Junior HVAC Estimator Benefits

• Health, Teleheath, Dental & Vision benefits
• 401k (eligible to enroll after 90 days of employment)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

Junior HVAC Estimator Growth Opportunity

This position is designed for someone looking to build a career in residential HVAC estimating and design. The successful candidate will receive mentorship from the NCR Manager and Senior Designer & Estimator while developing technical knowledge, estimating skills, and familiarity with residential HVAC design processes.

Requirements

Junior HVAC Estimator Requirements

• Possession of 1-3 years HVAC installation experience
• Possession of High School Diploma or GED or equivalent
• EPA certification a plus
• Possess effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and customer service skills
• Must have an honest and dependable personality
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Self-motivated individual with strong ability to follow instructions and work alone, as well as work effectively within a team
• Ability to display professional company image
• Possession of valid driver’s license with good record of driving
• Ability to pass a background check for criminality
• Strong ability to write and read in English language