Senior Commercial HVAC Estimator (Base + Commission)

Sun Glow Heating & Air Conditioning; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick time

Gym membership

Take-home company vehicle

Base salary + commission

Job summary

Sun Glow Heating & Air Conditioning in Portland is seeking an Estimating Specialist to handle commercial HVAC project pricing. You will create detailed cost projections, analyze mechanical drawings, and develop bids for multiple projects.

The role requires 3+ years of estimating experience, strong HVAC knowledge, and excellent Excel skills. Base salary plus commission with strong earnings potential; full benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience estimating commercial HVAC projects.
• Strong working knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment, materials, installation methods, and labor requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, construction documents, and project specifications.
• Experience completing HVAC takeoffs and developing project cost estimates.
• Proven ability to prepare commercial proposals and competitive bids.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, cost worksheets, etc.
• Strong numerical skills; careful attention to pricing and project details.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines without sacrificing accuracy.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver's license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed pricing and cost projections for commercial HVAC jobs.
• Analyze mechanical drawings, project requirements, and construction documents.
• Calculate required labor, materials, and equipment for each project.
• Assemble pricing summaries, customer proposals, and complete bid submissions.
• Use Microsoft Excel to organize estimates, pricing data, and project costs.
• Work with customers, general contractors, suppliers, and company personnel throughout the estimating process.
• Provide project details and scope information to operations after a job is awarded.

Skills

Estimating experience

HVAC knowledge

Reading drawings

Bid submissions

Pricing accuracy

Excel proficiency

Multi-bid management

Communication skills

Driver's license

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Sun Glow Heating & Air Conditioning in Portland is seeking an Estimating Specialist to handle commercial HVAC project pricing. You will create detailed cost projections, analyze mechanical drawings, and develop bids for multiple projects.

The role requires 3+ years of estimating experience, strong HVAC knowledge, and excellent Excel skills. Base salary plus commission with strong earnings potential; full benefits offered.