Job Description
Are you a self-starting, take charge estimator who can hold others accountable? Do you thrive as a multi-tasker and enjoy every day being different? Our client is searching for a motivated, detail oriented HVAC Estimator!
Principle Duties:
• Responsible for managing the estimating process for HVAC and plumbing / piping construction projects from start to finish.
• Analyze all front-end specifications to accurately identify schedules, sequences, material types, desired manufacturers, labor methods, and special requirements.
• Send bid invitations to subcontractors and vendors as well as follow up with bidders to ensure we are receiving pricing in a timely manner.
• Be willing to perform quantify takeoffs where required for project estimates.
• Audit and train others performing takeoffs for projects.
• Maintain positive vendor and subcontractor relationships.
• Ensure proper coverage for equipment and subcontractors on all project
• Seek feedback on performance of all estimates relative to actual dollars spent and adjust estimating strategies accordingly.
• Work with business development and operations to determine target projects to bid.
• Deliver consistent, accurate and error free estimates.
• Ensure timeliness of bidding deliverables to clients.
• Maintain pricing and labor databases with current and accurate data.
• Assist in the training of others in estimating software.
Requirements
Requirements
• Minimum of 2 years experience in estimating plumbing or HVAC on commercial projects.
• BA in engineering, construction science, or equivalent field experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with all levels of staff, clients, subcontractors, and vendors from project inception to completion.
• Display critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional time management skills; highly organized.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in the estimating phase at once while maintaining accuracy and schedule.
• Demonstrated ability to use bid data to prepare detailed cost analysis and proposals.
• Ability to work well as a team.
Benefits
Salary ranges from $90-$110K annually.