Remote HVAC Estimator – Design-Build Leader

K Komfort Heating & Cooling; Houston (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

K Komfort Heating & Cooling in Houston, TX seeks an HVAC Estimator to drive bid development for plan-spec and design-build opportunities across markets. You will work with design, purchasing, and construction teams from review to turnover, handling multiple deadlines and managing scope, risk, and pricing strategies.

The ideal candidate has 2–10 years in HVAC estimating, strong takeoff skills, and proficiency with estimating software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• HVAC estimating experience, preferably with a mechanical contractor.
• Proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and digital takeoff tools.
• Knowledge of HVAC equipment, sheet metal, piping, controls, and installation methods.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Ability to manage competing bid deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with vendors, designers, and construction teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Develop labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor costs for complete project estimates.
• Review drawings, specifications, and bid documents to define HVAC scope and identify gaps, risks, and opportunities.
• Perform quantity takeoffs for equipment, ductwork, piping, insulation, controls, and related HVAC components.
• Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor proposals, confirming scope coverage and qualifications.
• Prepare bid clarifications, exclusions, alternates, and value engineering options.
• Collaborate with the internal design team to price conceptual and design-build solutions as they develop.
• Participate in bid reviews and help establish pricing strategy with preconstruction leadership.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and field leaders to validate labor assumptions and construction approaches.
• Prepare estimate handoffs that clearly communicate scope, assumptions, and budget to the construction team.
• Maintain organized estimate records and contribute to improvements in estimating tools, cost data, and processes.

Skills

HVAC estimating

Takeoffs & pricing

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Degree in construction management

Tools

Estimating software

Digital takeoff tools

Job description

K Komfort Heating & Cooling in Houston, TX seeks an HVAC Estimator to drive bid development for plan-spec and design-build opportunities across markets. You will work with design, purchasing, and construction teams from review to turnover, handling multiple deadlines and managing scope, risk, and pricing strategies.

The ideal candidate has 2–10 years in HVAC estimating, strong takeoff skills, and proficiency with estimating software and MS Office.