HVAC Estimator – ESOP-Driven Growth & Impact

Kline Electric Inc; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, vision, &

Life insurance & short-term disability

401k with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Kline Electric Inc is seeking a Residential HVAC Estimator to assess project timelines, research material costs, and define project scopes while communicating with clients. The role focuses on refining cost-estimating procedures to minimize discrepancies between estimates and actual costs.

The position involves analyzing blueprints, determining material quantities and costs, evaluating profitability, and submitting competitive bids.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret blueprints.
• Minimum of two years of Residential HVAC estimating experience.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints to determine equipment, parts, duct, and control placements according to HVAC codes.
• Identify the quantity, type, and cost of materials and fixtures needed for projects, as well as labor requirements.
• Assess the potential profitability of projects to assist management with bidding decisions.
• Provide actionable solutions to enhance project profitability.
• Complete and submit competitive project bids in line with established guidelines.
• Evaluate labor and material costs to determine the feasibility of in-house construction versus subcontracting.
• Attend pre-bid meetings and oversee pre-con meetings with project managers and field foremen for effective project handoff.
• Assist in managing project change orders as needed.
• Maintain ongoing communication with project managers and conduct post-project reviews for continuous improvement.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Organization & detail

Blueprint interpretation

Analytical thinking

Residential HVAC estimating experience

Job description

Kline Electric Inc is seeking a Residential HVAC Estimator to assess project timelines, research material costs, and define project scopes while communicating with clients. The role focuses on refining cost-estimating procedures to minimize discrepancies between estimates and actual costs.

The position involves analyzing blueprints, determining material quantities and costs, evaluating profitability, and submitting competitive bids.