Assistant Estimator

Ready to move out of full-time field work and into the office, where you still have the variety of field visits and a career path? Looking to further grow your estimating skills with complex commercial HVAC projects? This opportunity could be your perfect fit. Work with an experienced estimating team, gain hands-on mentoring so you can continue advancing your skills. You will gain exposure to major California public works commercial projects, learning how high-level estimating is done in a real-world, high-impact environment. If you want meaningful responsibility, steady career growth, and the chance to apply your mechanical knowledge (and 100% covered medical benefits and new challenges) this is it. Assistant Estimator (Commercial HVAC) – Your Job Duties You will work as a team of 3 estimators, growing and mentoring alongside the team performing estimates for large mechanical/commercial public works projects across California. You will: Review plans, specifications, and addenda to prepare mechanical/commercial takeoffs Perform quantity surveys, breakouts, and data entry using Bluebeam and estimating software Attend job walks with the Senior Estimator and assist with field notes, scope verification, and documentation (local only, no overnight travel) Prepare scope sheets, organize vendor and subcontractor quotes, and clarify bid requirements Update bid logs, track deadlines, and support preparation of final bid packages Collaborate with internal teams to confirm project details, timelines, and scope requirements Assist with cost research, labor and material pricing, and historical project data management Support the Senior Estimator in all phases of estimating, from early RFIs to bid day execution Assistant Estimator (Commercial HVAC) – You Have (Required Skills, Experience & Team Fit) Prior experience in estimating or HVAC installation (commercial) Journeyman-level experience tradesperson with prior hands-on HVAC installation experience and experience performing mechanical estimation using automated software You might have (desired, not required): Prior experience using automated estimating software (Trimble/Autobid or similar) Prior experience using Bluebeam Revu and Microsoft Excel for takeoffs and calculations Experience estimating California public works or prevailing wage mechanical projects Exposure to large-scale commercial systems, ductwork, piping, or mechanical installation Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a relevant field experience Assistant Estimator (Commercial HVAC) – Benefits for You Your compensation for this Junior Estimator role will be $95,000 to $110,000 annually, dependent on your knowledge and estimating experience. You will work on site in the San Francisco office, with a dedicated parking space, at no cost to you. You will be provided with 100% covered Kaiser medical insurance, 100% paid vision insurance, 100% paid dental insurance, paid time off, paid union holidays and 401k plan with company match.