Senior Residential HVAC Estimator — Lead, Pricing & Margin

Technibus, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is seeking a Residential HVAC Estimator to lead estimating for production and custom residential projects. This onsite, in‑office role oversees estimating operations across branches and collaborates with operations, purchasing, and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of residential HVAC estimating experience, strong knowledge of HVAC systems and load calculations, and proven ability to manage high‑volume builder environments.

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

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Communication

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

Bayonet Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is seeking a Residential HVAC Estimator to lead estimating for production and custom residential projects. This onsite, in‑office role oversees estimating operations across branches and collaborates with operations, purchasing, and executive leadership.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years of residential HVAC estimating experience, strong knowledge of HVAC systems and load calculations, and proven ability to manage high‑volume builder environments.