HVAC Estimator

About the role

Responsible for preparing and/or coordinating the preparation of full estimates on large and complex projects as required by client’s documents and providing complete conceptual and total bid price.

Work involves no or very limited physical effort, minimal exposure to physical risk, and is performed in a typical interior/office environment. The company retains the right to assign or reassign duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing and evaluating RFQs, RFPs and Bid Documents
• Developing RFIs for inconsistencies and missing information in the contract documents
• Ensuring timely completion of estimates
• Reviewing estimates and revisions for completeness and accuracy
• Developing pertinent clarifications and exclusions
• Reviewing construction documents and understanding scope of work to bid
• Executing Quickpen take-offs of construction documents
• Obtaining pricing for materials
• Obtaining bids and verifying scope from subcontractors
• Preparing cost analysis in computer by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and other direct costs incurred for the installation of items
• Making an estimate where predetermined standard(s) are not available
• Informing immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted item or computer database
• Updating computer database labor and materials
• Developing and maintaining resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
• Attending departmental meetings as required
• Printing documents and plans
• Developing relationships with vendors and subcontractors
• Preparing project turnover manuals
• Achieving accurate bid quotations and thorough estimates
• Building key relationships with subcontractors and vendors
• Fostering teambuilding within the department and other business units
• Comparing estimated cost vs. actual cost

Requirements

• Being a team player
• 8‑10 years of related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and expertise
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as bid front ends, scopes of work, blueprints, safety programs, QA/QC manuals
• Speak effectively before groups of clients or employees
• Knowledge of Quickpen software (or similar estimating systems) is strongly encouraged
• Experience with estimating techniques and cost control
• Ability to perform detailed labor and material take-offs

Benefits

Century Contractors offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.