HVAC/R Estimator

CoolSys

42d • $60 - $80

About The Position

CoolSys solves the most complex challenges in refrigeration, air conditioning, heating, engineering, and energy management. With over 3,700 associates nationwide, we deliver tailored solutions to help businesses cut costs, improve equipment performance, and reduce emissions.
Our services include HVAC and refrigeration equipment sourcing, installation, repair, maintenance, monitoring, and optimization. We also offer engineering design, energy resilience and consumption optimization, asset recycling, and seamless multi-site rollouts across states.
Based in Southern California since 2007, CoolSys serves over 45,000 customer locations in industries like retail, food service, commercial, data centers, industrial, and pharmaceuticals.
No wonder Newsweek named CoolSys one of America’s Greatest Workplaces!
We understand that hiring great people is the foundation of everything we do. Our employee benefits packages include:
Competitive pay: $60-80k
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.
Paid vacation, holidays, and floating holiday.
401(K) with Company match.
Company sponsored life insurance, as well as optional AD&D, short and long-term disability.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, select cell phone bills and so much more.
Pet Insurance.
Legal Plan, and ID Theft Protection.

The Project Estimator is responsible for assisting in preparing competitive estimates for commercial HVAC and refrigeration projects. This role is ideal for candidates with foundational knowledge of HVAC systems and a desire to build a career in mechanical estimating. You’ll work under the guidance of senior estimators and project teams to learn how to analyze plans, perform take-offs, and develop estimates.

Requirements

• 5 years of HVAC or construction-related experience.
• General understanding of HVAC systems and terminology.
• Ability to read construction documents and mechanical plans.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and willing to learn estimating software.
• Strong math, organization, and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree or coursework in HVAC Technology, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Proficiency in Excel & VBA a Plus
• Internship or hands-on HVAC/R trade experience is a plus.
• Exposure to take-off tools or construction software (Bluebeam, Trimble, FastEst etc.).
• Willingness to learn and grow in a technical role.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in basic calculations.
• Strong time management and communication skills.
• Receptive to coaching and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Perform take-offs for ductwork, piping, and equipment
• Generate Proposals
• Peer review takeoffs with senior estimators
• Organize and input vendor pricing and subcontractor quotes.
• Maintain estimate documentation and internal bid files.
• Coordinate with internal teams on scope validation and bidding timelines.
• Participate in training sessions and mentorship activities to grow technical skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and floating holiday.
• 401(K) with Company match.
• Company sponsored life insurance, as well as optional AD&D, short and long-term disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, select cell phone bills and so much more.
• Pet Insurance.
• Legal Plan, and ID Theft Protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree