HVAC & Plumbing Estimator

Waibel Energy Systems; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates and performance‑driv

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Paid Volunteer Time

Healthcare

401k with match and profit sharing

Paid Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Waibel Energy Systems seeks an HVAC & Plumbing Estimator to compile accurate project estimates using estimating/design software, vendor inputs, and drawings. The role focuses on creating comprehensive scopes of work and maintaining beneficial relationships with General Contractors, Construction Managers, and end users.

The candidate will review project requirements, write complete scopes, and proactively identify opportunities from internal and external sources to secure profitable bids.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related engineering or project management field is required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in commercial HVAC and plumbing estimating or design.
• Ability to read and understand construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Excellent file management and proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook; familiarity with BIM/AutoCAD is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather information for estimating and design.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates for labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment.
• Coordinate labor allocations and communicate impacts with team leaders.
• Source vendor proposals, verify and quantify bids to ensure competitiveness.
• Assemble bid forms and required documents for project submissions; participate in project turnover meetings.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Problem solving

Reading construction drawings

Education

Associate's degree in related engineering or project management

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM

Excel

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The HVAC & Plumbing Estimator is responsible for compiling accurate and complete project estimates and solutions utilizing estimating / design software, references, and vendor relationships. Creating and maintaining beneficial customer relationships with General Contractors, Construction Managers and End Users.

• Project Estimation: Clarify and understand project requirements as set forth by the plans and specifications to compile accurate, complete, and competitive bid proposals that result in winning profitable projects. Ability to understand special project needs and determine solutions that will benefit the outcome for the customer. Timely scope change estimates for ongoing projects.
• Scope / Proposal Writing: The ability to write complete scopes of work that explain the processes being proposed and the exclusions that are not. Maintaining all company-required Terms and Conditions.
• Proactively research and obtain project opportunities from internal and external sources.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate's Degree in a related engineering and/or project management program.
• (4) Years minimum experience in CommercialHVACandPlumbing
• The ability to read and understand construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
• High level of detail and organization is required.
• Expertise in utilizing multiple programs, IE, Excel, Word, Outlook, and many other trade-related engineering programs. Excellent file management is key.
• AutoCAD and BIM experience is highly desired.
• HVAC and Plumbing estimating and design software experience is a plus.
• Excellent math and problem-solving skills.
• Strong time management skills.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Communicates with internal and external expert personnel to obtain all the required information to complete the estimating/design process.
• Prepares accurate cost estimates for labor, materials, subcontractors, and equipment utilizing company processes and standards.
• Communicating with team leaders on the required labor allocation and impact.
• Sources multiple vendor proposals based on the project requirements to ensure competitive bids. Verification and quantification of each proposal received.
• Completing bid forms and gathering the required supplemental documents necessary to satisfy the project requirements. Internal resources will assist in this process.
• Participate in project turn-over meetings that successfully transfer the project information and the breakdown of the estimate pricing over to the Team leaders and Accounting.
• The ability to “Smart” a project to gain an advantage on bid day. Strategy mindset
• Attending Pre-bid Meetings and project site visits are required.

SPECIAL JOB AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Occasionally requires working outdoors and in mechanical/equipment rooms.
• A regular workday requires sitting, standing, walking, and using hands to operate a computer keyboard and telephone.
• Occasional climbing is required.
• Good speaking, hearing, and vision required.

BENEFITS

• Competitive rates, performance, and experience-based
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Healthcare
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401k plan with match and profit-sharing
• Paid Dental & Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Accident and Critical Illness Insurance