HVAC Estimator
About The Position
AIR Carolinas – A member of the AIR Control Concepts family. 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.
Requirements
- 3-5 years in HVAC estimating, preferably in commercial and industrial projects.
- Proficiency in ductwork design, piping, load calculations, and controls estimating.
- Microsoft Excel, Quick Bid, FastPIPE, AutoCAD, PlanSwift, BlueBeam and estimating software.
- Proficient in personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, etc.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Support the preparation of bid proposals and cost summaries.
- Attend pre-bid site visits to understand project conditions.
- Conduct value engineering reviews to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- 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.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
- Life Insurance & Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
