Residential HVAC Estimator: Turn Field Know-How into Precise Bids

Technibus, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Safety is Priority One

Competitive Pay

401K with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Medical Coverage including Rx and STD

Dental and Vision Coverage

Long-term Disability & Critical Ill/Ac

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

Job summary

IES Residential/Titan seeks a self-motivated HVAC Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for residential projects. The role suits professionals with hands-on HVAC experience aiming to shift to an office-based position, leveraging field knowledge with drawings and digital estimating tools.

The estimator collaborates with designers and managers to evaluate layouts, prepare material and labor estimates, and ensure timely, competitive proposals while maintaining thorough records and compliance

Qualifications

• Residential HVAC experience required or equivalent.
• Proficient in reading construction drawings, manuals, and specs.
• Strong written reports and business correspondence.
• Effective verbal communication with managers and clients.
• Familiar with office software and digital estimating tools.
• Capable of algebra and geometry for quantity calculations.
• Ability to follow instructions from various sources.
• Familiarity with HVAC codes and local standards.
• Strong organization and time management to handle multiple estimates.

Responsibilities

• Analyze project plans, specifications, and design documents to determine scope of work.
• Perform material, labor, and equipment takeoffs for residential HVAC systems.
• Apply practical knowledge of installation methods to reflect jobsite conditions.
• Prepare project proposals with cost breakdowns for labor, materials, subs, and equipment.
• Track and update material costs, templates, and pricing data in estimating systems.
• Evaluate risks, assumptions, and issues in project documentation.
• Collaborate with Division Managers and clients to clarify project details and present estimates.
• Maintain organized records of all estimates and supporting documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry codes and company standards.

Skills

Reading drawings and specs

Written reports

Verbal communication

Office software

Algebra & geometry

Following instructions

HVAC codes familiarity

Time management

Tools

Wrightsoft

AutoCAD

Accubid Anywhere

Job description

IES Residential/Titan seeks a self-motivated HVAC Estimator to develop accurate cost estimates for residential projects. The role suits professionals with hands-on HVAC experience aiming to shift to an office-based position, leveraging field knowledge with drawings and digital estimating tools.

The estimator collaborates with designers and managers to evaluate layouts, prepare material and labor estimates, and ensure timely, competitive proposals while maintaining thorough records and compliance