Estimator, HVAC Follow Up

Binsky•Somerset, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Binsky is seeking an Estimator, HVAC Follow Up to join its Integrated Service Division in Somerset, New Jersey. The role evaluates requests from field teams and customers and analyzes the information provided to deliver follow-up pricing within a reasonable timeframe. The estimator prepares complete, accurate, and timely estimates for HVAC systems, including costs, general conditions, overhead, and profit. Day-to-day follow-up pricing is expected to be turned around within 24 to 48 hours. The position works with service and project managers, field technicians, clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors. It includes gathering labor and material information, obtaining vendor and subcontractor pricing, maintaining bid files, identifying proposal-specific requirements, and helping with equipment and material purchasing for projects.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience estimating commercial HVAC and plumbing systems.
Solid understanding and broad knowledge of HVAC and plumbing systems for commercial and institutional service work, including hospitals, schools, R&D facilities, and multi-story buildings.
Strong computer and technology skills, including experience with estimating software such as Quickpen.
Ability to prioritize, set goals, manage multiple tasks under time constraints, and meet strict deadlines.
Ability to read architectural, structural, and mechanical plans and familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, and process piping systems and terminology.
Strong math aptitude, organizational, verbal, written, and analytical skills.
Knowledge of mechanical and plumbing theory and code to identify design issues or conflicts with other trades.
Ability to work comfortably with clients, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors.
Ability to sit for long periods and to walk, stand, bend, stoop, use hands and fingers, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Review proposal specifications and drawings, and attend pre-bid meetings to determine the scope of work and estimate contents.
Read and understand mechanical blueprints and specifications for takeoffs.
Develop and provide complete, accurate, and timely detailed estimates for HVAC systems, including costs, general conditions, overhead, and profit.
Maintain working bid documents, notes, and assumptions for estimates.
Coordinate with the Service Manager and/or Project Manager to support a smooth transition.
Work with vendors and subcontractors to obtain pricing through completion of bids.
Identify unique proposal requirements and include related costs in project estimates.
Obtain labor and material information from field technicians to prepare client quotes.
Assist the Service Manager with purchasing project equipment and materials.
Complete day-to-day follow-up pricing within 24 to 48 hours.