Residential HVAC Estimator

IES Residential; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Long-term career path

Job summary

IES Residential in Tampa, Florida, is seeking a Residential HVAC Estimator for a full-time onsite role. This leadership position requires 7+ years of experience in HVAC estimating, particularly within production builder environments. The estimator will oversee operations that support multiple branches, ensuring effective collaboration to achieve precise and financially viable bids.

Key responsibilities include leading estimating processes, mentoring staff, and maintaining high standards across operations. The role offers a competitive compensation package with substantial benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of residential HVAC estimating experience, preferably in production builder settings.
• Strong understanding of duct design and equipment selection.
• Proven experience in high-volume builder environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC estimating for projects across multiple branches.
• Maintain standardized estimating processes and templates.
• Support branch teams to meet builder bid deadlines.

Skills

Residential HVAC estimating experience

Understanding of HVAC systems

Financial and cost-analysis skills

Advanced Excel skills

Leadership skills

Tools

Estimating software experience

Job description

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning — a leading IES company and one of Florida’s largest residential mechanical contractors — is seeking a Residential HVAC Estimator to work full‑time onsite. This is a key leadership role for an experienced HVAC estimator who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑paced, production‑builder environment and understands the financial importance of disciplined, accurate estimating.

Position Overview

The Residential HVAC Estimator will oversee HVAC estimating operations supporting multiple branches, working closely with operations, purchasing, and executive leadership. This role is in‑office to ensure real‑time collaboration, accountability, and consistency across our estimating and operations teams.

Key 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

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

Benefits

• Long‑standing relationships with Florida’s top homebuilders
• Financially stable, well‑capitalized organization backed by IES
• Leadership role with real influence on pricing, margin, and growth
• Competitive compensation and full benefits package
• Long‑term career path within a multi‑trade organization

EEO Statement

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Disability Accommodation

IES is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. IES provides reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who need accommodation in the job application process should contact the IES corporate office at (713) 860‑1500 or any IES office to request assistance.

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