HVAC Estimator

Team Kline•Des Moines, IA

12d•$65,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The HVAC Estimator is responsible for assessing project timelines, researching market prices for materials and equipment, and communicating with clients to define project scopes. The role also focuses on improving cost-estimating procedures to minimize discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.

Requirements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to interpret blueprints.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Minimum of two years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Analyze blueprints to determine equipment, parts, duct, and control placements according to HVAC codes.
Identify the quantity, type, and cost of materials and fixtures needed for projects, as well as labor requirements.
Assess the potential profitability of projects to assist management with bidding decisions.
Provide actionable solutions to enhance project profitability.
Complete and submit competitive project bids in line with established guidelines.
Evaluate labor and material costs to determine the feasibility of in-house construction versus subcontracting.
Attend pre-bid meetings and oversee pre-con meetings with project managers and field foremen for effective project handoff.
Assist in managing project change orders as needed.
Maintain ongoing communication with project managers and conduct post-project reviews for continuous improvement.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability plans.
Team Kline covers long term disability 100%.
401k with a company match
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Company paid holidays
Up to five weeks of paid time off
Accredited on-site apprenticeship partnered with Hawkeye Community College for Electrical and HVAC, and ABC of Iowa for plumbing apprenticeships.
Career advancement and career development opportunities
Company outings
Opportunities to win cash prizes