Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

SMART IT People has a full-time opportunity for an Installation estimator with a reputable Commercial HVAC company in Raleigh, NC. The Installation Estimator will analyze the scope of proposed HVAC projects to create a detailed estimate of the project's cost.

Must have skills:

• 3+ years HVAC estimating experience (Commercial preferred) - bid quoting, job turnover, close out documents and change orders.
• Experience utilizing estimating software (Build Ops preferred)
• Strong communicator - able to successfully work with all personality types and ability to get your point across.
• Experience working with vendors and construction people,
• Clear background, drug and driving record
• Flexible to go to job sites as needed
• Attend weekly Ops Meeting to review Priority Report for current, ongoing, and new installation jobs.
• Document and follow up on assigned action items and decisions from meetings.
• Equipment follow up with distributors, for Bid jobs or other jobs as assigned.
• Bid Quoting

o Review and evaluate plan and spec drawings to determine scope of work.

o Perform bid job site visits, as needed.

o Request and gather vendor quotes for material, equipment and subcontractors for projects,

whether from internal departments or an external supplier.

o Determine equipment, material and labor needs for project.

o Confirm pricing received reflects the correct scope of work.

o Review and ensure all bids are priced correctly by subcontractors and vendors.

o Prepare detailed, accurate, professional estimates by calculating equipment, material, and

labor needs for project.

o Submit bid proposals and budgets by the deadline.

o Consistently follow up on submitted bids to close business.

o Work closely with management to determine budgeting and strategic goals for estimating and business development opportunities.

o Keep accurate database of prospective projects.

• Job Turnover

o Meet with Lead Mechanic to turn over awarded jobs.

o Provide turnover sheet.

o Create job in Field Edge.

o Ensure job is added to schedule.

o Verify quoted amounts for subs, materials are still valid.

• Close Out Documents

o Provide Job Submittal package and close out documents to customers, as needed.

o Save copies of close out package to Bid drive.

o Assist in the warranty process of any HVAC parts that we have installed.

• Change Orders

o Receive all change orders for Bid Jobs from install team.

o Work with install team regarding pricing.

o Receive verification from salesperson regarding items and final pricing for the change order.

o Once pricing has been determined and verified, enter into Field Edge.

o Notify AR/AP Specialists via email to bill change order.

• Once Bid jobs or assigned jobs are complete notify Accounting to bill customer.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors.
• Attend and assist with meetings and meeting minutes as needed.
• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and standards and procedures, complying with OSHA regulations.
• Support and promote company s Culture, Mission, and Core Values.