Industrial Refrigeration Estimator

ColonialWebb Contractors Company; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

ColonialWebb Contractors Company is seeking an experienced Estimator for their Industrial Refrigeration team in Chesapeake, Virginia. The role involves providing estimates for industrial refrigeration projects, working closely with clients and the sales team. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience, along with strong knowledge of refrigeration systems. This position offers career progression, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or 7 years minimum experience working for a refrigeration contractor.
• Ability to manage multiple estimates and balance competing priorities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to address customer issues.

Responsibilities

• Communicate face to face with clients to coordinate solutions.
• Coordinate with vendors and sub-contractors for detailed scopes.
• Provide timely communication within the department.

Skills

Knowledge of Industrial Refrigeration Industry

Knowledge of Ammonia Refrigeration system design

Strong customer service skills

Ability to read blueprints

General proficiency in AutoCAD

Computer literate with MS Office

Good communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Overview

ColonialWebb is looking for an experienced Estimator for our Industrial Refrigeration team! The Industrial Refrigeration Estimator provides leadership and support of the company's industrial refrigeration estimating department throughout Hampton Roads, Virginia and surrounding areas with emphasis on special projects installation. The role acts as a key company representative works in conjunction with the Industrial Refrigeration 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.

Perks of Joining ColonialWebb

• 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 Refrigeration Industry, principles and practices related to refrigeration construction project estimation
• Knowledge of Ammonia Refrigeration system design and 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

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Veterans and those with previous military experience are encouraged to apply.