LAS VEGAS, NV - COMMERCIAL HVAC & PLUMBING ESTIMATOR

Job Description

The Commercial HVAC Estimator is responsible for preparing comprehensive cost estimates for large-scale mechanical projects, including, not limited to, office buildings, hotels, casinos, and industrial facilities. This involves analyzing blueprints, performing material "take-offs," attending project proposal meetings, submitting RFI’s, and coordinating with vendors to secure competitive pricing.

This position will work from the Las Vegas, Nevada office.

Pay range: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 annualized salary, DOE

Key Responsibilities

• Blueprint Analysis: Review architectural and mechanical drawings to determine the scope of work.
• Material Take-offs: Quantify all components needed, including ductwork, piping, air handling units (AHUs), chillers, and VAV boxes.
• Load Calculations: Perform heating and cooling load calculations (Manual N/J/S) to ensure specified equipment meets Las Vegas’s extreme climate requirements.
• Bid Coordination: Consult and review project with designated subject matter expert to ensure proposal within company expectations.
• Vendor Coordination: Solicit and evaluate quotes from suppliers and subcontractors (e.g., insulation, controls, or rigging).
• Bid Submission: Prepare detailed proposals, including labor hours, material costs, and profit margins, for submission to General Contractors (GCs).
• Site Visits: Attend pre-bid meetings and perform on-site evaluations per project requirements.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Experience & Education

• Experience: Minimum of 3–7 years of estimating experience in commercial mechanical construction.
• Education: High School Diploma required; a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, or combination of education and experience, or 12+ years of estimating experience is highly preferred for senior roles.
• Licensing: Not required to be licensed, knowledge of the Nevada C-21 (Refrigeration and Air Conditioning) contractor requirements is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Software Proficiency: Experience with industry-standard tools:
  • Take-off: Acrobat, Bluebeam, Revu, or STACK.
  • Estimating: TBD
  • Design: AutoCAD or Revit (BIM).
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA) standards and local Clark County building codes.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate successfully passing any pre-employment screens and completing onboarding documents.