Estimator HVAC Engineered Products

Job Description

Job Description

Primarily responsible for analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare quotes of products (Grilles, Registers & Diffusers, GRD’s, Fans) and all other equipment for projects. 

$55,500 - 80,000 annually, DOE.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Reading and understanding of Mechanical blueprints and specifications for takeoffs
• Preparing job proposals
• Project Management and coordination of room schedules with customers
• Knowledgeable of all aspects of mechanical systems with ability to select proper system components as established by project engineer
• Communicate with vendors regarding product and shipping schedules
• Provide high quality product submittals for customer review
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects effectively
• Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Ideal candidate has experience in HVAC equipment design, ductwork design and an understanding of all HVAC related products.
• Previous HVAC estimating experience or Mechanical Engineering degree preferred
• High School diploma or GED required. 
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field preferred.
• Effective communication with internal and external customers.
• Ability to read and understand specifications and blueprints.
• Strong math aptitude and analytical skills. 
• Strong working knowledge of PC environment and MS Office programs including Outlook, Word and Excel, as well as Blue Beam, Rebar and BeamAI.
• Must be customer oriented and motivated with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks under time constraints and strict deadlines. 
• Ability to pass a background check and drug test.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively after groups of customers or employees. Ability to effectively communicate with customers and staff to make an accurate assessment of customer needs. Ability to develop customer presentations.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to verify and calculate figures such as cost/sale and/or margins. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations required to accurately complete assigned tasks.

COMPUTER SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have intermediate level knowledge of Blue Beam, Rebar, BeamAI and the Microsoft suite.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form. Ability to use sound judgment and problem-solving skills to analyze customer problems and to recommend the proper course of action. Ability to organize and prioritize job projects and requirements.

ATTENDANCE DEMANDS: The attendance demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Attendance is required Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. or within normal business hours as established by the supervisor. The employee may be required to travel to different locations. Employee may be required to work overtime.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands, handle, or feel; and required to speak, read, and hear English. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus. Employee is required to travel to customer locations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This position may occasionally be exposed to extreme weather conditions in a warehouse environment at company branches, vendor locations, or customer sites.
• This is a fast-paced environment.

DISCLAIMER:   The preceding job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Hercules Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or other legally protected status.

Comprehensive benefits are an important component of an employee's compensation package. Hercules recognizes the contribution of every team member and therefore is pleased to offer a competitive and cost-effective benefits package to support your needs and long-term goals.

Hercules Industries offers the following insurance: medical, dental, vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Employee Life Insurance (Basic Life/AD&D and Voluntary Life AD&D). We pay Holiday, vacation, and sick time; as well as a Flexible Spending Plan, Wellness Program, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

We offer a 401(k) Savings Plan and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Effective October 1, 2019, Hercules became an employee-owned company. An ESOP is a qualified retirement plan.

Hercules encourages and supports participation in service activities that contribute to our community. Employees are permitted to take three paid hours of work time per month to participate in an approved community service activity.

The company offers a quarterly Hercules Employee-Owner Partners in Profit Bonus based on eligibility.