Job Title: HVAC Estimator II

Job Location: Charlotte, NC

Operating Company: AIR Carolinas

FLSA Status: Exempt

Salary Range: $65-86k annually

About:

AIR Carolinas – A member of the AIR Control Concepts family.

AIR Carolinas is a leading manufacturers’ representative providing HVAC equipment, controls, service, and aftermarket solutions across North and South Carolina. Formerly Insight Partners, Hahn Mason, and Faulkner Haynes, we’ve united to deliver greater expertise, efficiency, and customer-focused solutions. AIR Carolinas is proud to be part of the AIR Control Concepts family, expanding our reach and strengthening our capabilities across the HVAC industry. This partnership allows us to provide even greater value to our customers by combining our trusted local expertise with the broad support, resources, and innovation of a larger organization. While our name and team remain the same, our commitment to quality service is now backed by an even stronger foundation.

Check out our website: AIR Carolinas | HVAC Equipment, Parts, Service & Solutions Across NC & SC

Job Description:

The HVAC Estimator II is responsible for developing comprehensive cost estimates for HVAC projects, analyzing blueprints, and ensuring accurate labor and material pricing. This role requires experience in commercial and industrial HVAC estimating, as well as collaboration with project managers and vendors to produce competitive bids.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform detailed take-offs and labor cost analysis for HVAC systems, ductwork, piping, and controls.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to obtain competitive material and labor pricing.
• Utilize HVAC estimating software to create detailed project proposals.
• Analyze blueprints, specifications, and bid documents to ensure accurate pricing.
• Support the preparation of bid proposals and cost summaries.
• Attend pre-bid site visits to understand project conditions.
• Conduct value engineering reviews to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with project managers and sales teams on proposal development.
• Assist in bid presentations and contract negotiations as needed.
• Work with the Salesperson to secure engineer approval to quote if our products are not listed.
• Ability to understand customer needs and meet those needs with a successful product sale.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies:

• Time Management
• Communication
• Active Listening
• Strategic Thinking
• Action Oriented
• Organization & Operational Excellence
• Analytical Skills

Experience and Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred.

Experience: 3-5 years in HVAC estimating, preferably in commercial and industrial projects.

Technical Skills: Proficiency in ductwork design, piping, load calculations, and controls estimating.

Software Proficiency: Microsoft Excel, Quick Bid, FastPIPE, AutoCAD, PlanSwift, BlueBeam and estimating software. Should be proficient in personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, etc.

NOTE:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Life Insurance & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

The Company provides equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs and qualifications. The Company complies with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals.