HVAC Estimator – Commercial Projects | Local to Chicagoland
Salary: Up to $110,000 base + benefits
Location: Must be local to the Chicagoland area
gpac has partnered with a trusted mechanical contractor that’s built a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial and industrial HVAC systems—on time, on budget, and without compromise. Their team focuses on plan/spec and design-build work, and they’re known for precision, innovation, and lasting client partnerships.
They’re looking for an experienced HVAC Estimator who knows how to put together clean, accurate, and competitive bids. If you’re confident with takeoffs, sharp on job costs, and ready to join a team that values both technical skill and professional growth—this could be the perfect fit.
What you’ll be doing:
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Estimating HVAC scopes for commercial and light industrial projects
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Preparing bids for plan & spec, design-build, and design-assist opportunities
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Working directly with PMs, clients, and subs to develop cost-effective solutions
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Reviewing drawings, specs, takeoffs, and proposals to ensure accuracy and clarity
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Contributing during preconstruction and handing off clean budgets to operations
Who you are:
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5+ years as an HVAC Estimator in the commercial sector
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Comfortable bidding projects up to $5M+
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Familiar with industry software, vendor pricing, and value engineering
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Reliable, organized, and confident in job cost breakdowns
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Local to the area and familiar with the Chicagoland market
Why this team:
We offer real stability, a collaborative team, and projects you’ll be proud to be part of—across healthcare, office, TI, education, and more. If you take pride in your numbers and want to be part of a team that delivers on its promises, let’s talk.
Ready to Advance Your Career?
Join a company that values your expertise and supports your professional growth. Send your resume to anna.boyd@gogpac.com to learn more about this opportunity and others like it.
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.
