Industrial Estimator

comfortsystemsusa; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

401(k) plan with match

PTO & paid holidays

Medical, dental, life, vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Referral incentives

Job summary

ColonialWebb is seeking an experienced Estimator to lead our Industrial estimating team. The role focuses on cost-effective estimates for opportunities with new and existing clients, supporting industrial refrigeration and manufacturing projects across the United States.

The position requires a Mechanical Engineering background or equivalent field experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to develop detailed scopes of work.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Industrial Industry, principles and practices related to industrial process piping construction project estimation.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or 7 years minimum experience working for a refrigeration contractor on industrial systems design or 10 years in piping estimating.
• General proficiency in AutoCAD a plus.

Responsibilities

• Face-to-face interactions with clients to conceptualize and coordinate solutions for challenges our clients face.
• Coordinate effectively with vendors and sub-contractors to document detailed scopes of work.
• Communicate pipeline activities regularly to ensure steady workload and departmental growth.
• Provide timely communication within department and across organizational lines.

Skills

Industrial knowledge

AutoCAD proficiency

Reading blueprints

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

7+ years refrigeration contracting or 10 years piping estimating

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

ColonialWebb is looking for an experienced Estimator for our Industrial team! The Industrial Estimator provides leadership and support of the company's Industrial estimating department throughout the United States with emphasis on special projects installation. The role acts as a key company representative works in conjunction with the Industrial Sales Engineer to provide cost effective and efficient estimates for opportunities with new and existing clients, and therefore provide a steady, lucrative work flow for the Industrial Refrigeration Department.

Who we are:

At ColonialWebb, we are deeply committed to our people, our culture, and the continued growth of our business. As a full-service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor, we pride ourselves on the quality and expertise of our teams, who work across a diverse range of specialties, including New Construction, Mechanical Service, Industrial Refrigeration, and Manufacturing. For over 50 years, we've been dedicated to delivering comprehensive solutions and unmatched service to our commercial customers, earning a reputation as a trusted contractor in the industry.

Perks of joining ColonialWebb:

• Competitive salary range of $67,500 to $112,500
• Career development and progression
• 401(k) plan with company match
• PTO and paid holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision and disability benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee referral incentives

A day in the life:

• Responsibilities include face to face interactions with clients to conceptualize and coordinate solutions to challenges our clients face, communicating effective solutions on a big picture as well as a technical level
• Must be able to coordinate effectively with vendors and sub-contractors to provide relevant conceptual information so detailed scopes of work can be documented and executed
• Communicates pipeline activities on a regular basis to ensure steady workload and to encourage growth for the department as opportunities are identified
• Provides timely communication within department and across organizational lines

You should have:

• Knowledge of Industrial Industry, principles and practices related to industrial process piping construction project estimation
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or 7 years minimum experience working for a refrigeration contractor on industrial systems design or 10 years in piping estimating
• General proficiency in AutoCAD a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple estimates, set and balance competing priorities with strong organization skills and ability to multi-task
• Demonstrated strong customer service skills, ability to proactively address customer issues and concerns
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Good communication (verbal & written) and presentation skills
• Computer literate with MS Office product offerings including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.

EOE M/W/Disability/Vets

Veterans and those with previous military experience are encouraged to apply