gpac | The Recruitment Platform
Location: Houston, TX
Pay: $80,000 – $120,000 DOE
Reports to: Preconstruction/Estimating Leadership
We are seeking a results-oriented Commercial HVAC Estimator with progressive estimating experience in mechanical construction. Join a Houston market contractor with 20+ years delivering HVAC, refrigeration, chilled water, controls, sheet metal, and full lifecycle mechanical services for commercial, healthcare, industrial, hospitality and institutional clients.
Lead quantity takeoffs, detailed cost builds, and line-item assemblies for commercial HVAC and mechanical scopes
Review plans/specs for ductwork, piping, equipment, controls, insulating, and balancing scopes
Prepare complete bid packages for new construction and remodel contracts ($100K–$4M+)
Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing
Identify value-engineering opportunities while protecting margin
Work with leadership to refine pricing assumptions and model historical data
3–5+ years commercial HVAC estimating experience
Proficiency reading blueprints, specifications, and mechanical details
Familiarity with HVAC equipment, chillers, rooftop units, pumps, VAV/controls, and piping systems
Strong analytical skills, organized documentation, and estimating software literacy
Coachable, detail-oriented, team-focused
Full-service mechanical workload with deeper scope than pure HVAC reps
Stable backlog and diverse project pipeline
Competitive pay with benefits and retirement match
Opportunity for growth and preconstruction leadership
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply or reach out directly for a confidential conversation.
(605) 799 2839
anna.boyd@gogpac.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.