HVAC Project Estimator: Cost, Bids & Planning

Johnstone-Supply

Hickory (NC)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Johnstone-Supply is seeking a Project Estimator to determine costs, select appropriate HVAC components, assess benefits and drawbacks, and create documentation to help the organization and client make informed decisions that meet project scope.

The role involves reviewing plans and documents, researching and negotiating with suppliers for quotes, estimating timelines and risks, preparing bids and submittals, and communicating with clients, contractors and internal teams to keep projects on

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED with 2 years in HVAC/R or equivalent training/experience.
  • Working knowledge of construction standards and reading equipment schedules and mechanical blueprints.
  • Print take-off and job estimating experience.

Responsibilities

  • Determine costs, product selection, application, benefits and drawbacks for projects.
  • Analyze project documentation including plans, blueprints, schedules and quantities to estimate costs.
  • Research suppliers, negotiate quotes and prices.
  • Determine project timelines considering pricing, budgets and setbacks.
  • Assess risk and track variations to plans.
  • Prepare bids, respond to RFQs, and submit proposals and submittal data.
  • Communicate with clients, contractors, suppliers and internal staff to gather data.
  • Market the company and pursue future opportunities to grow business.
  • Meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
  • Proficient with commercial, ductless, unitary systems and relevant software/web tools.

Skills

Cost estimation
Blueprint reading
Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Two years HVAC/R experience

Tools

Estimating software
Manufacturers web tools

Job description

Johnstone-Supply is seeking a Project Estimator to determine costs, select appropriate HVAC components, assess benefits and drawbacks, and create documentation to help the organization and client make informed decisions that meet project scope.

The role involves reviewing plans and documents, researching and negotiating with suppliers for quotes, estimating timelines and risks, preparing bids and submittals, and communicating with clients, contractors and internal teams to keep projects on

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