Lead Residential HVAC Estimator – Pricing & Margin

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air-Conditioning; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits package

401K with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning seeks a Residential HVAC Estimator for an in-office, full-time role. The position leads estimating operations across multiple branches, collaborating with operations, purchasing, and executive leadership to ensure accurate, profitable bids.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in residential HVAC estimating, strong Excel and estimating software skills, and a proven ability to mentor staff while maintaining pricing integrity in a fast-paced,

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

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
• Coordinate 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
• Assist with strategic pricing, value engineering, and builder negotiations

Skills

HVAC estimating

Leadership

Communication

Cost analysis

Budgeting

Tools

Excel

Estimating software

Job description

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning seeks a Residential HVAC Estimator for an in-office, full-time role. The position leads estimating operations across multiple branches, collaborating with operations, purchasing, and executive leadership to ensure accurate, profitable bids.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in residential HVAC estimating, strong Excel and estimating software skills, and a proven ability to mentor staff while maintaining pricing integrity in a fast-paced,