HVAC Estimator - HVAC

Trueline•Lubbock, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Trueline is seeking a Commercial HVAC Estimator to join their onsite team in Lubbock, Texas with an established HVAC manufacturer's representative supporting commercial construction across the Southwest. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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