Preconstruction Manager/Commercial HVAC Estimator at RPM SPG in Clearwater, Florida

Commercial HVAC Estimator/Preconstruction ManagerThe Commercial HVAC Estimator/Preconstruction Manager leads the technical and commercial development of PACS projects prior to proposal issuance. This role partners with sales, engineering, and estimating to ensure opportunities are feasible, technically sound, and aligned with Pure Air's restoration methodology. The position serves as the internal gatekeeper for scope, budget, and risk-protecting client experience and national account integrity, particularly within healthcare and institutional programs.Opportunity Evaluation & QualificationConduct first technical review of all sales and national account opportunitiesAssess: Technical feasibilityStrategic alignmentBudget realismOperational fitDetermine delivery approach: RestorationRetrofitReplacementDecline/repositionScope DevelopmentDevelop clear, defensible AHU restoration scopes, including: Coil replacementFan array retrofitsProtective coatingsStructural repairsDrain pansFiltration & IAQ improvementsCollaborate with engineering to ensure best-practice restoration standardsPreconstruction BudgetingPrepare conceptual budgets and ROM estimatesValidate assumptions related to: Access and phasingInfection control (healthcare)Operational impactsMechanical system integrationEstimating CoordinationBridge sales and estimating by providing: Complete scopes and assumptionsSite documentationBid strategy guidancePrevent underdeveloped opportunities from entering estimatingProposal Risk ManagementReview proposals and budget letters for: Scope accuracyRealistic budgetsProper exclusionsConstructabilityClient & Consultant EngagementParticipate in early discussions with: Facility leadersConsulting engineersConstruction managersNational account stakeholdersPosition PACS as a technical authority in HVAC restorationProgrammatic Account SupportSupport national programs across: HealthcareUniversities, labs, and research facilitiesAutomotive manufacturersFinancial servicesEnsure alignment with program contracting frameworksContinuous ImprovementDevelop standardized preconstruction workflows and intake processesImplement tools to improve: Scope clarityProposal accuracyEstimating efficiencyClient confidenceQualificationsMechanical Engineering degree preferredAdvanced Microsoft Office skills preferredProgramming experience (VBA, C#, etc.) preferredExperience with cloud platforms (Procore, e-Builder, iAuditor, etc.) preferredAbility to travel up to 50%Tremco offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to: health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, and continuing education. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.