Estimator - HVAC Columbus Ohio

A-1 Mechanical of Michigan; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A1 Mechanical is seeking an entry-level Sales/Estimating Team Member to learn the vital parts of the sales and estimating process. The role involves preparing bids and estimates for residential new construction and multi-family projects, with potential for growth within the company.

The position focuses on clerical and administrative duties to support the team and ensure timely project delivery, including site visits and coordination with builders and inspectors.

Qualifications

• Entry level position with opportunity to learn essential steps in Sales/Estimating process.
• Requires ability to read and understand construction documents and notes.
• Strong organization and communication skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review construction documents and understand scope of work to bid.
• Read and understand sales notes and specs to confirm paperwork is correct.
• Provide support to team to complete tasks on time.
• Maintain cordial relations with superiors, coworkers, builders, and inspectors.
• Visit construction sites to observe methods for accurate estimating.
• Develop and maintain resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, etc.
• Review estimates with Group Leader/Project Manager for accuracy before quotation.
• Use standard formats for completing estimates.
• Maintain backup of working documents and data for estimates.
• File vendor and subcontractor quotes in job folder.
• Track estimates and maintain a bid sheet with pertinent information.
• Attend departmental meetings as required.
• Maintain regular in-person attendance.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job description

A1 Mechanical is currently looking for a Sales/ Estimating Team Member. This position is an entry level position where the correct candidate can learn vital parts of the Sales/ Estimating process, and create career growth potential. We provide HVAC Repair, Replacement and Installation services in both the residential and commercial environments. The qualified candidate will perform clerical and administrative functions in order to drive company success. This is for a full-time position working with our residential new construction sales and estimating

Primary Function: Preparation of bids, estimates and budget on residential new construction and multi-family construction projects.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Review construction documents and understands scope of work to bid
• Read and understand salesmen notes and specifications to confirm proper paper work is created.
• Provide necessary support to other team members to be able to complete tasks on time.
• Create and maintain cordial and collaborative working relationships with superiors, co - workers, builders and inspectors.
• Visit construction sites and observe methods of construction to gain additional insight that will assist in accurately estimating jobs
• Develops and maintains resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, etc.
• Review all estimates with Group Leader or Project Manager to ensure accuracy and completeness, prior to formal quotation
• Utilize standard formats for completing the estimates
• Ensure all working documents and data are maintained to backup estimate figures
• File all incoming vendor quotes and subcontractor quotes in the job folder
• Track estimates for statusMaintain a bid sheet with all pertinent information
• Attends departmental meetings as required
• Regular in-person attendance
• Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

Position is contingent on satisfactory results of background check, drug screen, physical, and motor vehicle record.