Retrofit Estimator

About Us

We are a full-service HVAC, building automation, chiller, and retrofit contractor with a reputation for combining high-quality consulting services with customized energy solutions. Our integrated, single-source solutions include turnkey in-house capabilities with design assistance, as well as engineering applications and automated control systems.

Job Summary

Responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full cost estimates on small to large and complex projects using field job walk information and/or client provided project documents for HVAC retrofit projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Actively gather information for each estimating job by talking directly with the account manager, the end user, the engineering team, the estimating team, vendors and/or other sources of information.

• Ability to interpret field conditions to determine project direction and able to provide costs associated with large scale mechanical retrofits project without the use of drawing, plans or specifications.

• Interpret customer drawings, specifications, and requirements were provided for formulating quotation strategies.

• Work with estimating, engineering and sales departments to analyze customer requirements and develop a winning strategy for every quotation.

• Understand and have a working knowledge of the California Mechanical Code and local municipal codes.

• Identify optimum cost/availability for equipment, materials and labor estimated in the quotation process.

• Learn to effectively utilize all estimating documentation and electronic programs in preparation of the bill of material and labor estimate for all quotations.

• Complete all documentation on time and in an organized manner consistent with company policies and management directives.

Qualifications

• Mechanical engineering degree and equivalent experience.

• 4+ years' experience in the estimation of HVAC retrofits or Retrofit field experience.

• An overall broad understanding of all types of mechanical systems, such as chillers, boilers, cooling towers, primary and secondary piping, HVAC ductwork, RTU, AHU, VAVs, and VRF.

• Self-Starter, strong work ethic, get the job done attitude and overall, TEAM player.

• Experience with customer-occupied sites during construction, commercial, and industrial environments.

• Must be fluent with Office Suite (SharePoint, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)

• Strong technical writing skills, ability to read and interpret RFPs, drawings and/or construction plans are required for success.

• This position requires strong organizational skills, the ability to perform detailed work in a timely manner, follow up through order closure, and move the project to the operations team.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanicaland electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure,we offer employess a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and sucess. Equal Oppurtunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Geographic Disclosure

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

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Job Locations US-CA-Thousand Oaks

ID 2026-52427

Company Mesa Energy Systems, Inc.

Category Accounting/Finance

Position Type Full-Time

Location Type Onsite

Posted Date (9/14/2026 6:49 PM)