HVAC/Commercial Estimator

USA Mechanical & Energy Services • Hartford, 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. As an Estimator, you will help build the company’s commercial HVAC business by working independently and communicating with Accounts Sales personnel, Project Managers, other Estimators, engineers, customers, vendors, and subcontractors. The 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; and prepares design/build budget estimates, value-engineering estimates, and change-order estimates. The role also involves soliciting subcontractor bids and vendor quotations, creating estimating spreadsheets and detailed proposals, analyzing job-cost estimating data, and completing estimates in time for review and approval before bid deadlines. The Estimator builds relationships with customers, vendors, and subcontractors and communicates with customers to learn about projects, project status, and bidding competitiveness.

Requirements

• High school degree and specific job-related experience.
• Proficiency in reading blueprints and specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Time-management and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills and experience with software platforms, business systems, 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 team members.
• Tenacity and resilience.
• Motivated and goal-driven.
• 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 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.
• Interpret specifications to identify appropriate materials and equipment for estimates.
• Prepare design/build budget estimates and value-engineering estimates.
• Prepare estimates for project change orders.
• Solicit subcontractor bids and vendor quotations.
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and customers.
• Complete estimates in a timely manner to allow review and approval before bid deadlines.
• Create estimating spreadsheets and detailed proposals.
• Analyze job-cost estimating data from reports.
• Negotiate with vendors and subcontractors to gain competitive knowledge and advantage.
• Communicate with customers to learn about projects, project 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.
• PTO.
• Paid holidays.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company appreciation days.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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