HVAC/Commercial Estimator

USA Mechanical & Energy Services • Middletown, CT

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About The Position

USA Mechanical & Energy Service is a full-service mechanical contractor providing 24/7 HVAC service and maintenance. The company has operated for more than 25 years and partnered with Orion Services Group in September 2021. The Estimator will help build a scalable, best-in-class commercial HVAC business and will work independently while communicating with sales personnel, project managers, other estimators, engineers, customers, vendors, and subcontractors. This role is based in East Granby, Connecticut.

The Estimator develops proficiency with the company’s estimating software and processes; performs material, labor, and subcontractor take-offs for HVAC and plumbing projects; reads blueprints and specifications; and interprets specifications to select appropriate materials and equipment. The role prepares design/build budget and value-engineering estimates, estimates project change orders, solicits subcontractor bids and vendor quotations, and develops estimating spreadsheets and detailed proposals. The Estimator analyzes job-cost estimating data, maintains relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and customers, and completes estimates in time for review and approval before bid deadlines. The role also communicates and negotiates with vendors and subcontractors and contacts customers to learn about projects, project status, and bidding competitiveness.

Requirements

• High school degree and specific job-related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Time-management and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills and experience with software platforms and business systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, and shared cloud-based drives.
• Knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and AutoCAD.
• Self-motivated, confident, independent, and organized.
• Positive attitude, energy, and enthusiasm for driving bids and estimates and contributing to company growth.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with clients and other team members.
• Tenacity and resilience; motivation and goal orientation.
• Willingness to learn and coachability.
• Ability to multitask efficiently and solve problems as required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop proficiency in the use and application of company estimating software and processes.
• Perform material, labor, and subcontractor take-offs for HVAC and plumbing projects.
• Read blueprints and specifications and interpret specifications to determine appropriate materials and equipment.
• Prepare design/build budget estimates and value-engineering estimates.
• Prepare estimates for project change orders.
• Solicit subcontractor bids and vendor quotations.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and customers.
• Complete estimates in a timely manner to allow for review and approval before bid deadlines.
• Create estimating spreadsheets and detailed proposals.
• Analyze job-cost estimating data from reports.
• Communicate and negotiate with vendors and subcontractors to gain competitive knowledge and advantage.
• Communicate with customers to learn about projects, their status, and the company’s competitiveness in bidding.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Accidental insurance.
• Critical illness insurance.
• Hospital insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company appreciation days.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED