Position Title: HVAC Estimator (Req #: 137)
Location: Columbia, MO
Job Category: Office CONS
Pay Range: N/A
Salary Interval: Salary
Application Instructions: Please complete all fields of the application with accurate and complete information
Position Description: Position SummaryWe are focused on our people, our culture, and our business. We specialize in multiple trades and our teams do work in New Construction and Renovation in the Commercial, Municipal, Education, Military, Medical and Industrial sectors and have been providing these services for over 25 years. O ur HVAC Estimators are responsible for preparing detailed mechanical estimates for commercial building projects based on the construction drawings and specifications we receive. This position is a full-time, salaried role reporting to the Director of the Sheetmetal Division. There are two Bid Coordinators who support the Estimators in their work to facilitate the bidding and estimation requirements established by clients in the preconstruction process.
Primary Duties- Review project plans and specifications to determine material and labor requirements utilizing FastDuct software
- Estimate the cost of materials, equipment, labor, tools, and any other resources needed to complete a proposed project
- Analyze and identify design/construction issues, and provide solutions that are beneficial to both the contractor and to QuesTec
- Perform value engineering to reduce overall costs when applicable
- Communicate and collaborate with our Virtual Design Team, Project Managers, Foremen, and Field Superintendent to ensure project success and to promote learning and effectiveness regarding future and current projects
- Available and willing to work as required to meet frequent deadlines
Secondary Duties- Meet with clients, vendors, and other individuals to plan, discuss, or resolve potential issues related to the project
- Responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and equipment vendors
- Available and willing to travel to assigned job sites
- Participate in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars as required
Position Requirements: Qualifications and Characteristics - Basic math skills and geometry knowledge required
- Ability to read and interpret diagrams, plans, and manuals
- 2 years of prior working experience installing duct and mechanical equipment
- Willingness to research and pursue advanced understanding of sheet metal systems and codes
- Ability to learn and utilize advanced estimating software
- Proficient with technology and basic computer software programs
- Attention to detail and quality of work performed by self
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Good communication skills (oral and written)
- Ability to work and interact with others in a positive manner
- Analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills required to interpret situations that may require advanced solutions and/or estimating costs
Equal Opportunity Employer: QuesTec Mechanical is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. As such, we do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including gender identity), sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristics. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
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