Hvac Estimator II

Job Title: Plumbing/HVAC Estimator II

Tempe Mechanical is growing, and we need you! We offer competitive pay, a full range of benefits, PTO, sick time, company events and more. Join our team today!

Our Mission and Vision

To Empower people, families, and clients by creating a workplace where tradesmen and women can learn and develop essential life skills.

To raise a community of skilled people that will build the future and improve the quality of life for individuals and organizations.

Your Purpose in this Role

We are one of the top premier Commercial HVAC and Plumbing Contractors in the state of Arizona. We are looking for growth-motivated and self-starting individuals who value efficiency, reliability, and family.

The Commercial Plumbing/HVAC Estimator (Level 2) is responsible for developing accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates that support the award of $6–10 million in annual contracted work. This role independently manages bids while collaborating closely with Business Development, and Operations to ensure scope clarity, risk alignment, and a seamless transition from estimate to execution.

Beyond estimating, this position contributes to the company's long-term growth strategy by supporting consistent margins, disciplined pursuit decisions, and scalable estimating processes.

Pay

$56,000 - $85,000 annual salary - Based on skills, experience, performance and ongoing training attendance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed Plumbing/HVAC estimates including labor, material, equipment, subcontractors, and general conditions.
• Develop and deliver accurate, timely estimates while keeping stakeholders abreast of status.
• Independently manage assigned bids from opportunity review through final proposal submission.
• Analyze drawings, specifications, and addenda to ensure complete and executable scope coverage.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level vendor and subcontractor pricing.
• Identify project risks, constructability challenges, and value-engineering opportunities.
• Apply company estimating standards, historical data, and pricing strategies.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to align pricing, risk, and execution plans.
• Participate in scope reviews and turnover meetings to support strong project starts.
• Maintain organized estimate documentation for awarded and lost work.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on accuracy, efficiency, and scalability

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of commercial Plumbing/HVAC estimating experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently support $6-10M in annual awarded work.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC systems and construction means and methods.
• Experience with estimating and takeoff software (FastDUCT, FastPIPE, Bluebeam, Bidtracer, ect.)
• Visionary mindset-able to think beyond the current bid and understand long-term impact.
• Self-motivated and accountable, with a strong sense of ownership.
• Thrives in a team-oriented culture focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills.
• Leadership experience a plus.

Reports To:

Estimating Manager

Benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing Retirement Plan
• ZayZoon – Wages on Demand
• 6 Paid Holidays
• 48 Hours of Paid Time Off
• 40 Hours of Sick Time

Location / Travel:

• Corporate Office: 303 W Elliot Rd Suite 101 Tempe, AZ 85284
• Occasional Travel to Job Sites for Review or Job Walk.

Our Promise:

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Must be able to pass a background and drug screen.