HVAC & Plumbing Estimator

Waibel Energy Systems•Vandalia, OH

About The Position

The HVAC & Plumbing Estimator compiles accurate, complete, and competitive project estimates and solutions using estimating and design software, references, and vendor relationships. The position also develops and maintains customer relationships with General Contractors, Construction Managers, and end users. The estimator clarifies project requirements from plans and specifications, identifies solutions for special project needs, prepares timely scope-change estimates, and writes complete scopes of work that explain proposed processes and exclusions while maintaining required company Terms and Conditions. The role proactively researches project opportunities from internal and external sources. The estimator works with internal and external experts to gather information, prepares labor, material, subcontractor, and equipment cost estimates using company processes and standards, coordinates labor-allocation and pricing impacts with team leaders, and obtains and verifies vendor proposals. The position completes bid forms and required supporting documents, participates in project turnover meetings, and develops strategies to gain an advantage on bid day. Attendance at pre-bid meetings and project site visits is required. The work may occasionally take place outdoors or in mechanical and equipment rooms. A regular workday involves sitting, standing, walking, and using a computer keyboard and telephone; occasional climbing is required. A valid driver's license is required, along with passing a background check and drug screen.

Requirements

Associate's degree in a related engineering and/or project management program.
At least four years of experience in commercial HVAC and plumbing.
Ability to read and understand construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
High attention to detail and strong organization skills.
Expertise with programs such as Excel, Word, and Outlook, as well as trade-related engineering programs.
Strong file-management skills.
Excellent math and problem-solving skills.
Strong time-management skills.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Good speaking, hearing, and vision.

Nice To Haves

AutoCAD experience.
BIM experience.
Experience with HVAC and plumbing estimating and design software.

Responsibilities

Clarify project requirements in plans and specifications and prepare accurate, complete, competitive bid proposals.
Identify solutions for special project needs and prepare timely estimates for scope changes on ongoing projects.
Write complete scopes of work describing proposed processes and exclusions, and maintain required company Terms and Conditions.
Proactively research and obtain project opportunities from internal and external sources.
Communicate with internal and external experts to gather information for the estimating and design process.
Prepare cost estimates for labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment using company processes and standards.
Communicate required labor allocation and its impact to team leaders.
Source multiple vendor proposals and verify and quantify proposals received.
Complete bid forms and gather required supplemental documents.
Participate in project turnover meetings to transfer project information and estimate pricing breakdowns to team leaders and Accounting.
Develop strategies to gain an advantage on bid day.
Attend pre-bid meetings and project site visits.
Create and maintain customer relationships with General Contractors, Construction Managers, and end users.