Commercial Hvac Design-Build Estimator
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Commercial HVAC Design-Build EstimatorBase salary + commission. Expected First-Year Earnings $150,000 - $250,000Full-Time | Portland, OR Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM-5:00 PMFor more than 50 years, Sun Glow Inc. has been a trusted HVAC contractor serving homeowners and businesses throughout the Portland area. As we continue to grow, we're expanding our commercial division and are looking for an experienced Commercial HVAC Design-Build Estimator to help generate new business, design HVAC solutions, prepare competitive estimates, and help deliver successful commercial projects.What You'll DoDevelop relationships with general contractors, builders, and commercial clients
Generate new commercial HVAC project opportunities through networking and business development
Review construction drawings, mechanical plans, and project specifications
Perform site visits, field measurements, and existing equipment assessments
Design and develop commercial HVAC system solutions based on project requirements
Prepare HVAC layouts, equipment selections, and conceptual designs using AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Revit, or similar software
Perform heating and cooling load calculations and evaluate system capacity requirements
Design duct layouts and evaluate airflow, static pressure, friction loss, and overall system performance
Select rooftop units, split systems, furnaces, boilers, packaged equipment, and other HVAC components
Prepare accurate cost estimates, proposals, and bid packages
Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing
Participate in bid reviews, negotiations, and project handoffs to operations
Support installation teams through project execution, field coordination, commissioning, and final project closeout
What We're Looking For3+ years of commercial HVAC project engineering or mechanical design experience3+ years of commercial HVAC estimating experience
Experience preparing commercial HVAC bid proposals
Strong knowledge of commercial HVAC equipment, system design, and installation practices
Proficiency with Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design and estimating software
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, mechanical plans, and project specifications
Knowledge of heating and cooling load calculations, equipment sizing, duct design, and airflow principles
Familiarity with applicable mechanical and energy codes
Strong relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills
Self-motivated with excellent organizational and project management abilities
Valid driver's license with an insurable driving record
Why Join Sun Glow?More than 50 years of serving the Portland community
Stable, well-established company with an outstanding reputation
Opportunity to help grow an expanding commercial division
Work on diverse commercial HVAC projects from design through completion
Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities
Collaborative leadership team committed to employee success
What We Offer100% company-paid medical insurance for employee100% company-paid dental insurance for employee100% company-paid vision insurance for employee401(k) with a 4% company match
Two weeks of paid vacation (accrues from day one; available after 90 days)Seven paid holidays annually40 hours of paid sick leave annually
Company take-home vehicle
Company-paid gym membership
Candidates will be required to pass a background check and drug test upon being given a conditional offer of employment.
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