JOB DATA
JOB TITLE Estimator II
DATE: 03/09/2026
BUSINESS UNIT and/or DEPARTMENT:
SALARY GRADE (compensation team to determine) Overtime Eligibility (compensation will determine)
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports To: Senior Estimator
Direct Reports: n/a
The Estimator is responsible for managing the full estimating process for commercial, industrial, and institutional HVAC and Plumbing projects. Reporting to the Senior Estimator, this role works closely with clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams to develop accurate budgets, proposals, and hard bids while maintaining strong client relationships throughout the bid process.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensures that the client receives regular communication leading up to the bid date
Provides budget pricing and developmental estimates to stay engaged with the client
Attends job meetings, walk-throughs, and client meetings
Works with the take-off team to ensure time is allowed and scope is clear
Establishes relationships with suppliers and vendors to get timely pricing and qualified bids
Reviews bid list and develops timeline to meet project bid date
Reviews bid requirements and scope of work; organizes bid documents
Schedules the take-off to meet the project deadline
Reviews vendor and subcontractor quotes and qualifications
Compiles the estimate and develops the scope letter
Schedulestimely turnover of estimates to operations for secured work
Follows up with client regularly to gain feedback
Reviews contracts and scope of work prior to passing to operations for approval
Provides an informational handoff to operations
Assists project management with buyout process
MINIMUM AND/OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering
Active participation in industry organizations preferred
EXPERIENCE
3–5 years of experience in estimating and/or project management with a mechanical subcontractor
Experience working with commercial HVAC and Plumbing systems
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
No specific certifications required at time of hire
SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
Strong interpersonal skills; collaborative and team oriented
Highly technical; proficient at reading plans and specifications; knowledgeable of local code requirements, systems, and construction standards
Highly organized; able to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment; excellent oral and written communication skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in both an office and a field environment. Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
REASONABLE ACCOMODATION:
Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions unless doing so presents an undue hardship on the Company’s business operations
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without noticeEmployees understand the above job description and agree to comply with and be subject to its conditions. Employee further agrees this job description does not alter his/her at-will employment status. Employees understand the Company reserves the right to delegate, remove, expand or change all responsibilities. Employees acknowledge that he/she can fulfill the above duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

PremiStar, formerly Reedy Industries, operates a footprint of 52 commercial HVAC, building automation and plumbing branches across 16 states. We’re transforming our industry by investing in leading regional owner-operators, extraordinary people, unique customer-centered solutions and the communities we serve. With over 2,400 employees, PremiStar helps critical facilities owners and managers in commercial, municipal, educational and industrial market segments achieve more cost-effective, more energy-efficient and healthier environments. To learn more, visit PremiStar.com.