HVAC Junior Cost Estimator

Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Blue Mountain Construction Services in Vacaville, CA, has an Immediate opening for a Junior Cost Estimator.

As a Junior Cost Estimator, you will play a crucial role in analyzing project requirements, gathering data, and providing accurate cost estimates for various construction projects.

• Assist senior cost estimators in analyzing project plans, specifications, and drawings to understand project scope and requirements.
• Utilize construction cost estimation software and tools to generate detailed estimates for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor services.
• Collaborate with various internal departments, such as engineering, procurement, and project management, to gather relevant data for the estimation process.
• Conduct research to collect data on material and labor costs, equipment rates, and industry trends to ensure accurate and up to date cost inputs.
• Analyze historical cost data from past projects to identify patterns and trends that can inform current estimations.
• Perform quantity takeoffs from project drawings and specifications, ensuring that all relevant items are accounted for in the cost estimation process.
• Verify quantities against project documents to maintain accuracy in the estimation.
• Collaborate with the proposal team to compile cost estimations into comprehensive proposals for submission.
• Assist in developing clear and concise cost breakdowns and explanations for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Maintain organized and well‑documented files for each estimate.

• High school diploma or GED. Degree is a plus.
• Prior experience or internships in construction cost estimation is a plus, but not mandatory.
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills with the ability to interpret technical drawings and project documents.
• Proficiency in using construction cost estimation and tools.
• Familiarity with construction materials, methods, and industry‑specific terminology.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work with numerical data accurately.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and present estimation results.
• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge of industry‑standard cost estimation practices and techniques is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to maintain:
  1) reliable and safe transportation to other BMCS jobsites
  2) valid California driver’s license,
  3) proper vehicle registration, and
  4) California’s minimum automobile insurance coverage requirement.

• The requirements listed below are representative of the physical ability required.
• Work is performed primarily indoors.
• Lighting is artificial.
• Equipment used includes standard office equipment i.e. computer, telephone, adding machine, printer and copier.
• Physical demands include sitting, repetitive use of hands.
• Hours and days are primarily Monday through Friday.
• Position requires contact with other employees, consumers, customers and possibly outside vendors.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA
• Holiday Savings Fund
• 401 (k) Company Match
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Insurances
• Discounts

This job posting may span more than one career level.

In addition to base salary, this job may be eligible to participate in our corporate discretionary bonus program, and depending on the position offered, it may also be eligible to receive a commission. Additionally, Blue Mountain offers a wide range of benefits to full‑time employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) program with employer match, vacation, and sick leave. To learn more, visit

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all California based jobs. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against similar industry companies. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including, skills, depth of work experience and relevant licenses/credentials, and may vary from the amounts listed below.

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