Estimator - Commercial HVAC​/EPD

The Estimator position is primarily responsible for analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare quotes of products (Grilles, Registers & Diffusers, GRD’s, Fans) and all other equipment for projects. 7am - 4pm M-F $60,000-$80,000 annually DOE

• Reading and understanding of Mechanical blueprints and specifications for takeoffs
• Preparing job proposals
• Project Management and coordination of room schedules with customers
• Knowledgeable of all aspects of mechanical systems with ability to select proper system components as established by project engineer
• Communicate with vendors regarding product and shipping schedules
• Provide high quality product submittals for customer review
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects effectively
• Other duties may be assigned

• Previous estimating experience preferred but not necessary
• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field preferred
• Effective communication with internal and external customers
• Ability to read and understand specifications and blueprints
• Strong math aptitude and analytical skills
• Strong working knowledge of PC environment and MS Office programs including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Must be customer oriented and motivated with excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under time constraints and strict deadlines
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees. Ability to effectively communicate with customers and staff to make an accurate assessment of customer needs. Ability to develop customer presentations.

Ability to verify and calculate figures such as cost/sale and/or margins. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required to accurately complete assigned tasks.

Intermediate-level knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Microsoft Excel and Word.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form. Ability to use sound judgment and problem‑solving skills to analyze customer problems and to recommend the proper course of action. Ability to organize and prioritize job projects and requirements.

The attendance demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Attendance is required Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. or within normal business hours as established by the supervisor. The employee may be required to travel to different locations and to work overtime.

• Regularly required to sit; use hands, handle or feel; and required to speak, read, and hear English.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Requires ability to adjust focus. Employee must travel to customer locations.

• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This position may occasionally be exposed to extreme weather conditions in a warehouse environment at company branches, vendor locations, or customer sites.
• This is a fast‑paced environment.

Hercules Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or any other legally protected status.

Hercules Industries offers medical, dental, vision, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, employee life insurance, a 401(k) savings plan, ESOP, holiday, vacation, sick leave, flexible spending plan, wellness program, employee assistance program, and a quarterly profit sharing bonus allocation.