Commercial HVAC Estimator

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Key Responsibilities

Review bid invitations, commercial construction drawings, specifications, and project

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Established HVAC manufacturer's representative supporting commercial construction across the Southwest, we are seeking a Commercial HVAC Estimator to join the onsite team in Lubbock, Texas. This is a high-visibility opportunity to become the first dedicated estimator in a rapidly growing branch, support a diverse commercial project portfolio, and help build the estimating function alongside branch leadership and sales.

Responsibilities

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→Review bid invitations, commercial construction drawings, specifications, and project requirements
→Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from mechanical plans
→Prepare accurate HVAC equipment estimates, quotations, and proposals
→Evaluate vendor pricing, equipment costs, margins, and product availability
→Identify when represented product lines are not listed as the basis of design or as approved alternates
→Communicate product and specification concerns to branch and territory leadership
→Coordinate with mechanical contractors, engineers, Project Managers, and internal sales representatives
→Submit complete bids by required deadlines
→Prepare equipment submittals and communicate expected lead times
→Maintain pricing, margin, bid, and project documentation in the company's shared systems
→Manage multiple active estimates across varying project sizes
→Support projects ranging from small equipment replacements to large commercial design-build developments
→Assist with additional branch operations as the Lubbock office continues to grow

2+ years of commercial HVAC, mechanical, or MEP estimating experience
Ability to read commercial construction drawings and technical specifications
Experience performing quantity takeoffs
Strong understanding of commercial HVAC equipment and systems
Experience preparing estimates, quotations, or bid proposals
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple deadlines and estimates simultaneously
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and pricing accuracy
Stable work history
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and estimating software
Ability to work onsite in Lubbock

Experience working for a commercial mechanical contractor
Experience working for an HVAC manufacturer's representative
Experience with commercial design-build projects
Knowledge of VRF systems, rooftop units, split systems, chillers, boilers, air distribution, and exhaust systems
Experience preparing equipment submittals
Bluebeam experience
Familiarity with vendor pricing and margin management
Knowledge of manufacturers such as York, Scott Springfield, Tempeff, Marlo, Direct Coil, Samsung, Mitsubishi, GasMaster, Jetson, Krueger, Durkee, FabricAir, Kees, Canarm, Acme, Twin City, C&S Metal Products, or Cody Manufacturer
Existing relationships with commercial contractors and engineers in the Lubbock or West Texas market

Base salary of $55,000-$85,000, depending on experience
Medical insurance for employees and eligible family members
401(k) plan with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Stable employment with an established organization
Opportunity to become the first dedicated estimator in a growing branch
Direct exposure to branch leadership
Opportunity to help develop estimating processes and standards
Diverse project portfolio ranging from small replacements to $2 million commercial projects
Collaborative, team-oriented office culture
Long-term career growth