Estimator - Mechanical

MSS Solutions•Hanahan, SC

About The Position

MSS Solutions, LLC is hiring an Estimator for mechanical projects. The Estimator participates throughout estimating, bidding, vendor and subcontractor proposal review, and purchasing. The role develops quantity takeoffs and subcontractor bid packages and scopes of work, reviews proposals, evaluates bids, and issues contracts. It also supports equipment takeoffs and submittals, construction plan reviews, technical assistance, and the development of facility-related solutions that meet customer requirements. The Estimator coordinates the selection, pricing, and integration of equipment, controls, and services; prepares and reviews proposals, submittals, and contract terms; helps determine pricing, selling strategy, and project schedules; and works with managers, project teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers to resolve scope issues and meet project needs. Other duties may be assigned by the Company.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in the HVAC industry; 10 years preferred.
At least 3 years of estimating experience.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, construction plans, and specifications.
Understanding of HVAC systems, controls, and basic HVAC principles and concepts, and ability to perform calculations.
Strong communication skills.
Strong work ethic.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Must successfully pass a background check and drug test; random drug testing is required.

Nice To Haves

10 years of experience in the HVAC industry.

Responsibilities

Participate in estimating, bidding, vendor and subcontractor proposal review, and purchasing processes.
Develop detailed quantity takeoffs and perform new equipment takeoffs.
Develop subcontractor bid packages and contract scopes of work, evaluate bids, and issue contracts.
Collect project data and compare it with the office’s capabilities.
Prepare equipment submittals and provide technical support to Managers and Project Managers.
Review construction plans and address project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet customer facility requirements.
Develop facility-related solutions and discuss possible solutions with the Manager, Project Manager, subcontractors, suppliers, and customers.
Coordinate selection, pricing, and integration of equipment, controls, and services for each project.
Prepare, finalize, and review preliminary and final proposals and submittals.
Help the Manager determine proposal pricing and selling strategy.
Work with the project team to resolve major scope deviations after Project Scope Validation.
Help the Manager develop the project fulfillment schedule with the project team.
Prepare and review contract terms and conditions using standard contract templates when applicable.
Work with team members to obtain the expertise needed to meet customer needs.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Company.