Residential Estimator

Residential HVAC Estimator

Reliable Ducts Heating & Cooling | Jacksonville, FL | $65K - $80K Yearly | Full-Time

Reliable Ducts Heating and Cooling is a Jacksonville based HVAC contractor that provides service, maintenance, and new construction throughout Jacksonville. We are a sister company of Sunshine State Plumbing, which has provided plumbing services in the Jacksonville area for 15+ years. We are a family owned and operated business. We are a team of home service experts who go the extra mile to ensure peak performance for your home’s heating and air conditioning systems.

We’ve been at this a long time here in Jacksonville. You’ve probably seen our trucks and our ads. What you don’t know is what it’s like to be a part of a team like this. How much you feel appreciated when you don’t cut corners. How much we inspire ongoing training and education. How it feels to have customers rave about you and demand that you’re the only technician that works in their home.

People often come to us looking for a job. They stay with us because they find a fulfilling career, room to grow, and opportunities to excel.

A Residential HVAC Estimator plays a crucial role in the construction process by providing accurate cost estimates for single family residential projects. Our ideal candidate will be responsible for take-offs, Manual J load calculations and Manual D duct design, bid review, specification review, preparing estimates, turnover of projects to the Construction Team, and communicating with customers and vendors.

• Competitive pay: $65K to $80K yearly
• 80% company-paid medical insurance
• Dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability
• Simple IRA retirement plan with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Cell phone
• Work-life balance (Monday to Friday unless a special project requires otherwise)
• Paid training to help you grow individually and professionally

• Review plans, specifications, and other documents to understand the scope of the project
• Perform ACCA Manual J residential load calculations by plan, elevation, and orientation
• Produce ACCA Manual D duct designs sized to the calculated airflow and the available external static pressure
• Select equipment per ACCA Manual S so systems match the calculated loads without over sizing
• Prepare permit-ready design packages for submittal to local building departments, in compliance with the Florida Building Code and the Florida Energy Conservation Code
• Calculate the costs of materials, labor, equipment, and other expenses required to complete the project
• Prepare detailed bids and proposals for clients, ensuring all costs are accounted for
• Work withsuppliersto obtain quotes and ensure competitive pricing
• Maintain plan-by-plan cost templates and option pricing for repeat builder communities
• Identify potential financial risks and develop strategies to mitigate them
• Compile and present detailed cost reports to upper management
• Maintain accurate records of estimated and actual costs for future reference
• Other duties as assigned

• Previous experience in residential HVAC estimating or cost estimation is highly valued, new construction is preferred
• Hands-on ACCA Manual J load calculation experience using industry software such as Wright soft / Right-Suite, Elite RHVAC, Cool Calc, or equivalent is preferred
• ACCA Manual D duct design experience, including duct sizing to external static pressure and equivalent length is preferred
• Ability to read and take off from blueprints, mechanical plans, and specifications
• Working knowledge of Florida Building Code and Florida Energy Conservation Code requirements for residential mechanical permits
• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field is preferred
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel
• Professional certifications such as Certified Cost Professional (CCP) or Certified Estimator Technician (CET) is perferred
• A field background as an installer, lead installer, or service technician before moving to the estimating desk is a plus
• Service Titan experience is preferred
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Bilingual is a plus
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug tests prior to and throughout employment. Long-Term Employment Opportunity. EOE.