Controls Estimator

- Savannah; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401(k) match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life and disability insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

SRS Distribution Inc. is seeking a Controls Estimator to support commercial projects from Savannah, GA. The role focuses on estimating control systems, reviewing plans and specifications, and translating documents into a bill of materials for quotes.

You will interact with engineering and account teams to secure accurate pricing and timely proposals. You will travel up to ~30% to branches and related sites, coordinate with vendors, and help drive customer satisfaction and successful mobilization

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent field of study.
• 3 years’ experience with Commercial HVAC is a plus.
• 3 years’ Customer Service experience preferred.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office, Excel and Adobe.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Possess a satisfactory driving record as determined by Company Driver Policies.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications to determine controls products to be estimated.
• Translate plans into a specific list of control components for a job.
• Review and complete wiring diagrams and submittals for projects.
• Estimate pricing for needed products and send quotes to customers or commercial department.
• Obtain external vendor pricing and quotations while maintaining competitive pricing.
• Coordinate quotes, plans and specs with engineering services.

Skills

Excellent written/verbal communication

Customer service

Valid driver’s license

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Excel

Adobe

Job description

The purpose of the Controls Estimator is to provide controls support and estimates for commercial projects quoted by the department.

Job Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications to determine controls product to be estimated

• Translate plans and specifications into a specific list of control components needed for a job by selecting appropriate controls for the equipment application

• Review and complete accurate and timely engineered wiring diagrams and submittals for projects

• Estimate pricing for needed products and send quotes to customers or commercial department

• Obtain external vendor pricing, special quotations from subcontractors as required for products while maintaining competitive pricing levels and maximizing gross margins

• Coordinate prior approval requests, quotes, plans and specs with engineering services department

• Partner with Account Executives and Territory Managers on projects/jobs to maintain customer satisfaction to ensure repeat business

• Seeking out training opportunities to expand product knowledge and understand processes to enhance the customer’s experience

• After submittal is approved, handling setting up the project and handing it off to the assigned project manager and participating in initial mobilization meeting

• Facilitate sales and pre-bid meetings to determine sales strategy for projects estimated

• Answer calls and provide customers with a high level of customer service

• Other duties as assigned

• Work cooperatively with others

• Comply with all company policies and procedures

• Maintain regular, punctual and reliable attendance and availability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent field of study, preferred

• 3 years’ experience with Commercial HVAC experience, a plus

• 3 years’ Customer Service experience preferred

• Proficient computer skills in MS Office, Excel and Adobe

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Possess a valid driver’s license

• Possess a satisfactory driving record as determined by Company Driver Policies

Travel requirement

30% travel to branches and other operating companies requiring some overnight stay, travel to industry related conferences and training requiring some extended stay

Job Location

Job Location: Savannah5000 Business Center Dr Savannah, GA 31405

Equal Employment Opportunity

As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.

Accommodations

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation in applying for any posted position, please contact Human Resources at US: 855.556.3221, or by email to: [e-mail] with the nature of your accommodation request and include the Business name, location and title of the job opening. Please allow one (1) business day for a reply.

Background Check

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.

Pay & Benefits

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance. All benefits subject to eligibility.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries for all team members paid weekly
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Volunteer Day, Holidays, Birthday, and Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave, Adoption Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Flexible and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Company paid Life insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Additional Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability also offered
• Mental, Physical and Emotional Well-Being Programs for Employees and Families
• Wellness Program and Safety Program with Bonuses for our Drivers
• Employee Referral Bonus Program