HVAC Estimator - Turning Airflow Into Cashflow

HVAC Estimator - Turning Airflow Into Cashflow Seider Heating Waukesha, WI Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $150,000 a year 7 days ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Math Estimating construction project budgets Residential building projects Commercial building projects Working on construction estimation projects Full Job Description Are you looking for a place where you can set the temperature on profitability? We are growing and need an HVAC Estimator who knows how to dial in accurate bids across commercial and residential projects. Estimating is not just plugging numbers into a spreadsheet. It is strategy. It is problem solving. It is figuring out how to make a project work before anyone ever steps foot on the jobsite. As our HVAC Estimator, you are the person who sees the whole picture first. You review the plans, spot the gaps, ask the smart questions, and build a bid that is tight, competitive, and executable. You are not just pricing equipment and labor. You are setting the tone for the entire project. You will work on a mix of commercial and residential projects, from homes to rooftops, collaborating with leadership and operations to make sure what we sell is exactly what we can deliver. When your numbers land right and the job runs smoothly, everyone wins - and you know it started with you. If you enjoy the challenge of beating the clock before bid day, negotiating with suppliers, finding smarter ways to price a job, and watching a project come to life knowing you built the foundation, this role is for you. Why Seider? Seider Heating, Plumbing & Electrical, Inc. is a long-established full service mechanical contractor serving residential and light commercial customers throughout Southeast Wisconsin. For more than 100 years, we have built our reputation in the home comfort industry by delivering preventive maintenance, repairs, installations, and service with excellence and integrity. Our residential division proudly reflects four generations of family ownership and leadership , creating a culture rooted in hard work, accountability, and long-term relationships. Our commercial installation projects operate under our Envira Tech brand, expanding our expertise while maintaining the same commitment to quality and customer satisfaction that has defined Seider for over a century. Responsibilities of the

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Review proposal specifications, drawings, and contract documents to determine project scope and estimating requirements Attend pre-bid meetings, jobsite walkthroughs, and project review sessions Develop conceptual and final estimates for complex commercial and residential projects Perform computerized quantity take-offs and detailed pricing Incorporate historical cost data, productivity metrics, and subcontractor pricing into estimates Ensure all documentation supports estimate figures and assumptions Review final estimate packages for completeness and accuracy prior to submission Participate in bid preparation and bid-day activities Track awarded contracts, including pricing change orders and additional work Maintain and update estimating cost databases Collaborate with Project Executives and Project Managers on schedules, fees, and strategy Provide pricing handoff to Operations following project award Support estimating for RTU installation projects Collaborate closely with leadership and ownership to provide value engineering and recommendations Attend project meetings and site visits as required Support continuous improvement of estimating processes Qualifications for the

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Minimum 5-8 years of estimating experience Experience with commercial construction projects Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills Excellent organizational and communication abilities Demonstrated project management and leadership experience Ability to interpret construction drawings and technical specifications Experience performing detailed quantity takeoffs Familiarity with RTU installations

What We Offer:

Competitive compensation based on experience 401(k) Health, dental, and vision insurance Health savings account Life insurance Employee assistance program Paid time off and paid holidays Performance bonus opportunities Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment Long-term career growth with a respected industry leader

Compensation:

$80,000 - $120,000+ annually (commensurate with experience) Seider Heating, Electrical and Plumbing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.