Estimator Intern - Engineered Products Division

Hercules Industries • Denver, CO

1d • $21

About The Position

The EPD Estimator Intern will be primarily responsible for assisting Estimators with analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare cost for products related to equipment and material for HVAC systems. $21.00 PER HOUR; M-F 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. - STARTING SUMMER OF 2026 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Assists Estimators in preparing estimates for equipment and materials related to ongoing projects in the HVAC industry. Become familiar with the HVAC systems and how they maintain energy efficiency and comfort in various applications. Reviews data to determine material requirements and prepares itemized lists. Computes cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning and organizing; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors. Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Interfaces with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates. Becomes familiar with a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating to ensure historical data is utilized. Assists in analyzing completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies. Other duties may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Ability to read and understand specifications and blueprints.
• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program at a four-year college or university.
• Course of study in Engineering preferred.
• Strong math aptitude and analytical skills.
• Strong working knowledge of PC environment and MS Office programs including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Must be customer oriented and motivated with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under time constraints and strict deadlines.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers and staff to make an accurate assessment of customer needs.
• Ability to develop customer presentations.
• Ability to verify and calculate figures such as cost/sale and/or margins.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required to accurately complete assigned tasks.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have intermediate level knowledge of Word Processing software and Spreadsheet software.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
• Ability to use sound judgment and problem-solving skills to analyze customer problems and to recommend the proper course of action.
• Ability to organize and prioritize job projects and requirements.
• Attendance is required Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. or within normal business hours as established by the supervisor.
• The employee may be required to travel to different locations.
• Employee may be required to work overtime.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands, handle, or feel; and required to speak, read, and hear English.
• The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.
• Employee is required to travel to customer locations.

Nice To Haves

• Course of study in Engineering preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists Estimators in preparing estimates for equipment and materials related to ongoing projects in the HVAC industry.
• Become familiar with the HVAC systems and how they maintain energy efficiency and comfort in various applications.
• Reviews data to determine material requirements and prepares itemized lists.
• Computes cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning and organizing; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors.
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Interfaces with other individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment to the cost estimates.
• Becomes familiar with a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating to ensure historical data is utilized.
• Assists in analyzing completed projects to compare estimated costs to actual costs and determine the reason for any discrepancies.
• Other duties may be assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern