Controls Estimator

Mingledorff's•CCG Savannah, GA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Estimator will provide controls support and estimates for commercial projects quoted by the department. This role involves reviewing plans and specifications to determine controls products needed, translating these into specific component lists, and estimating pricing for products. The position requires obtaining external vendor pricing and special quotations while maintaining competitive pricing and maximizing gross margins. The Controls Estimator will also coordinate prior approval requests, quotes, plans, and specs with the engineering services department, partner with Account Executives and Territory Managers to ensure customer satisfaction, and seek training opportunities to enhance product knowledge and customer experience. After submittal approval, the role includes setting up the project, handing it off to the project manager, and participating in initial mobilization meetings. Additionally, the Controls Estimator will facilitate sales and pre-bid meetings, provide high-level customer service via phone, and perform other duties as assigned, working cooperatively with others and complying with company policies.

Requirements

3 years’ experience with Commercial HVAC experience, a plus
3 years’ Customer Service experience preferred
Proficient computer skills in MS Office, Excel and Adobe
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Possess a valid driver’s license
Possess a satisfactory driving record as determined by Company Driver Policies

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent field of study, preferred

Responsibilities

Review plans and specifications to determine controls product to be estimated
Translate plans and specifications into a specific list of control components needed for a job by selecting appropriate controls for the equipment application
Estimate pricing for needed products and send quotes to customers or commercial department
Obtain external vendor pricing, special quotations from subcontractors as for products while maintaining competitive pricing levels and maximizing gross margins
Coordinate prior approval requests, quotes, plans and specs with engineering services department
Partner with Account Executives and Territory Managers on projects/jobs to maintain customer satisfaction to ensure repeat business
Seek out training opportunities to expand product knowledge and understand processes to enhance the customer’s experience
After submittal is approved, handling setting up the project and handing it off to the assigned project manager and participating in initial mobilization meeting
Facilitate sales and pre-bid meetings to determine sales strategy for projects estimated
Answer calls and provide customers with a high level of customer service
Other duties as assigned
Work cooperatively with others
Comply with all company policies and procedures
Maintain regular, punctual and reliable attendance and availability