HVAC Service Estimator

Estimator II
AIR Carolinas is a leading manufacturers’ representative providing HVAC equipment, controls, service, and aftermarket solutions across North and South Carolina. Formerly Insight Partners, Hahn Mason, and Faulkner Haynes, we’ve united to deliver greater expertise, efficiency, and customer-focused solutions. AIR Carolinas is proud to be part of the AIR Control Concepts family, expanding our reach and strengthening our capabilities across the HVAC industry. This partnership allows us to provide even greater value to our customers by combining our trusted local expertise with the broad support, resources, and innovation of a larger organization. While our name and team remain the same, our commitment to quality service is now backed by an even stronger foundation.
Check out our website : AIR Carolinas | HVAC Equipment, Parts, Service & Solutions Across NC & SC
The HVAC Estimator II is responsible for developing comprehensive cost estimates for HVAC projects, analyzing blueprints, and ensuring accurate labor and material pricing. This role requires experience in commercial and industrial HVAC estimating, as well as collaboration with project managers and vendors to produce competitive bids.
Perform detailed take-offs and labor cost analysis for HVAC systems, ductwork, piping, and controls.
Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to obtain competitive material and labor pricing.
Utilize HVAC estimating software to create detailed project proposals.
Analyze blueprints, specifications, and bid documents to ensure accurate pricing.
Attend pre-bid site visits to understand project conditions.
Collaborate with project managers and sales teams on proposal development.
Assist in bid presentations and contract negotiations as needed.
Work with the Salesperson to secure engineer approval to quote if our products are not listed.
Ability to understand customer needs and meet those needs with a successful product sale.
Communication - Ability to communicate orally and in writing, with clarity and good effect with management, customers, staff, vendors, etc. Ability to resolve common inquiries and complaints. Reacts quickly to critical situations. Organization & Operational Excellence - Marshals resources (people, funding, material, support) effectively and efficiently. Experience in streamlining operations and improving efficiencies.
Analytical Skills-Ability to assess market trends, labor rates, and risk factors in estimates.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
Experience: 3-5 years in HVAC estimating, preferably in commercial and industrial projects.
Software Proficiency: Microsoft Excel, Quick Bid, FastPIPE, AutoCAD, PlanSwift, BlueBeam and estimating software. Should be proficient in personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, etc.

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Life Insurance & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays