HVAC Estimator

CAVH HVAC; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company M

Job summary

CAVH HVAC in the United States seeks an Estimator to provide inside technical support, assisting Outside Sales Engineers in generating estimates for HVAC materials on commercial and industrial projects. You will analyze plans, price equipment, and craft competitive quotations.

This role requires 3+ years of HVAC experience, strong math and communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with factories and sales teams to deliver accurate quotes on time.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or comparable industry experience.
• Minimum of 3 years in commercial HVAC products.
• Strong written and verbal communication; attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review plans and specifications to generate accurate material quotations.
• Collaborate with Sales Engineers to develop strategic quotations.
• Create material take-offs from construction drawings using software.
• Select equipment and price based on specs and manufacturer data.
• Coordinate pricing with factories for pricing alignment.
• Maintain timely, accurate quotes through clear communication with stakeholders.
• Conduct initial plan reviews and coordinate with factories for pricing.
• Submit approval requests for special discounts and manage the bid list.
• Manage workload in a deadline-driven environment.

Skills

Technical Aptitude

Organization & Time Management

Software Proficiency

Adaptability

Education

Engineering degree (ME preferred) or comparable industry experience

Building Construction degree

Tools

Windows-based software

Job description

We are a leading commercial HVAC material supplier. Our goal is to effectively promote HVAC equipment sales in the commercial construction market while delivering exceptional service to our customers.

Summary:
The Estimator will provide essential inside technical support, assisting our Outside Sales Engineers in generating estimates for HVAC materials on commercial and industrial projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Review Plans and Specifications: Analyze construction plans to generate accurate material quotations from our diverse product lines.
• Sales Collaboration: Partner with sales teams to promote and support the sale of HVAC equipment, ensuring exceptional service for customers.
• Material Take-Offs: Utilize software to create detailed material take-off lists from construction drawings.
• Equipment Selection and Pricing: Accurately select and price equipment based on specifications and manufacturer data. Cross reference material when we are not basis of design.
• Quotation Development: Work closely with Sales Engineers to produce strategic quotations and ensure prompt distribution to contractors.
• Effective Communication: Maintain clear communication with Sales, factory representatives, and customers to facilitate timely and accurate quotes.
• Initial Plan Reviews: Conduct initial reviews of plans and coordinate with appropriate factories for pricing.
• Special Discount Requests: Submit approval requests efficiently while managing the bid list.
• Manage Workload: Effectively maintain focus in a deadline-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

• Spending significant time at a workstation and using a computer.

Ideal Candidates

• Passionate about customer service
• Positive, energetic, and solution-oriented.
• Skilled in recognizing and capitalizing on opportunities.
• Driven by success.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Engineering degree (preferably Mechanical Engineering), Building Construction degree, or comparable industry experience.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years in commercial HVAC products.

Skills

• Technical Aptitude: Strong technical knowledge with attention to detail.
• Organization and Time Management: Excellent organizational abilities and effective time management skills.
• Software Proficiency: Proficient in Windows-based software, with basic math skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Adaptability: Capable of working under pressure, managing multiple tasks, and thriving in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team.

• In office

Reporting Structure

• This role reports to the Head of Estimating

Compensation

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match