HVAC/Commercial Estimator

USA Mechanical & Energy Services • East Granby, CT

9d • Onsite

About The Position

USA Mechanical & Energy Service is hiring an Estimator to support the growth of its commercial HVAC business. The role is based in East Granby, Connecticut, and works independently while coordinating with Accounts Sales personnel, Project Managers, other Estimators, Engineers, customers, vendors, and subcontractors. The Estimator will develop proficiency in the company’s estimating software and processes and prepare estimates and proposals for HVAC and Plumbing projects.

Requirements

• High school degree and specific job-related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Time-management and organizational skills.
• Computer proficiency, including business systems, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Zoom, and shared cloud-based drives.
• 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.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• OSHA 10 or 30 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform material, labor, and subcontractor take-offs for HVAC and Plumbing projects.
• Read blueprints and specifications and identify the materials and equipment required for estimates.
• Prepare design/build budget estimates, value engineering estimates, and project change-order estimates.
• Solicit subcontractor bids and vendor quotations.
• Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and customers.
• Complete estimates in a timely manner, allowing sufficient time for 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 obtain competitive information and pricing.
• Communicate with customers to learn about projects, project status, and the company’s competitiveness in bidding.
• Use the company’s estimating software and processes, Microsoft Office, and AutoCAD.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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