AC Junior Estimator

Strada Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Program

Life Insurance

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Strada Services is seeking an AC Estimator to design HVAC ductwork systems for residential new construction using cutting-edge software. You will size, design, and cost duct installations, ensuring energy calculations meet municipal codes and industry guidelines.

Collaborate with estimators, sales staff, field supervisors, and the operations manager to update layouts and estimates; training for Wrightsoft Right-Suite, EnergyGauge, or CAD is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience required.
• Minimum one year in HVAC design and estimating.
• Experience with Wrightsoft Right-Suite and EnergyGauge; CAD preferred (training available).

Responsibilities

• Size, design, and cost HVAC duct systems for residential new construction.
• Design efficient HVAC systems per procedures and codes.
• Perform code-compliant energy calculations per municipality.
• Take accurate equipment and material takeoffs from design drawings.
• Manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with estimators, sales staff, field Supervisors, and operations manager on designs and estimates.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Tools

Wrightsoft Right-Suite

EnergyGauge

CAD

Job description

Job Summary

The AC Estimator will design HVAC ductwork systems through the use of cutting-edge software.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Responsible for the sizing, designing, and costing of HVAC duct system installations in Residential New Construction Homes.
• Design efficient HVAC systems in accordance with company procedures and industry guidelines as well as per local, state, and federal building and energy conservation codes
• Perform code compliance energy calculations per municipality.
• Perform accurate equipment and material takeoffs of sizes and quantities from design drawings.
• Manage multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding stated deadlines.
• Work with other estimators, sales staff, field supervisors and operations manager to update existing design master layouts and estimates.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education And Experience

• Two years of related experience required.
• At least one year experience in HVAC design and estimating.
• Experience with Wright soft Right-Suite and Energy Gauge software, and CAD preferred. (Willing to train the right Candidate.)

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay Rates, paid EVERY Friday
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - Start accruing on Day 1!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package available 1st of the month after 30 days, including: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance for ALL Employees
• Educational Assistance
• 401(k) Program

Strada Services is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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