Commercial Estimator

Position Summary

The Commercial HVAC Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for HVAC systems on commercial construction projects. Responsibilities include reviewing plans, specifications, RFPs, and other bid documents; performing detailed takeoffs; obtaining and analyzing vendor and subcontractor pricing; calculating material and labor costs; and preparing complete proposals. The estimator works closely with project managers, to ensure that HVAC projects are bid accurately and competitively, while maintaining the quality and efficiency of the work.

Qualifications

·         Minimum 7 years of estimation experience, with thorough working knowledge of HVAC systems, including hydronic and refrigeration piping systems, equipment, design and installation

·         Requires strong verbal and written communication skills, effective organizational, troubleshooting and problem solving skills with the ability to set-up, automate and track data and information

·         Ability to self-initiate activities, coordinate tasks and manage projects with strong attention to detail and follow-up

·         Requires strong customer service, excellent people skills and the ability to build and maintain supportive working relationships

·         Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively, flexibly and responsively while working with competing priorities and deadlines

·         Excellent computer skills with Sage and MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and the ability to create and maintain spreadsheets and create reports

Specific Duties – include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

·         Reviews RFPs, plans, specifications, and addenda to determine project scope and constructability.

·         Performs HVAC takeoffs and prepares estimates, quotes, and proposals.

·         Calculates material, equipment, labor, and subcontractor costs.

·         Solicits and analyzes vendor and subcontractor quotes and identifies scope gaps and exclusions.

·         Prepares complete proposals, including scope, exclusions, qualifications, and alternates.

·         Prepares project budgets and estimating reports.

·         Attends pre-bid meetings and site walks as required.

·         Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, use hands to type data, operate business machines, dial the telephone and reach with hands and arms and stoop, frequently lifting and/or moving 5lbs and occasionally 10 lbs.  Specific vision abilities required this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is usually low. Work environment can be fast-paced and stressful with tight deadlines.