Mechanical Estimator (HVAC) in Houston

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Position Summary:

Berg Enterprises, Inc., seeks a dependable, hardworking, focused, and highly motivated HVAC Estimator who has high-level knowledge of estimating for commercial HVAC, plumbing, and general construction projects.

This position reports directly to the Senior Estimator in the review of plans/specs, solicitation/negotiation of prices from contractors and suppliers, quantity takeoffs, and all other tasks associated with a complete bid, estimate, and closeout process.

This position is primarily in-person at our downtown Houston, TX, location, with some opportunities for travel and remote work.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, organize, and communicate bid documentation for short- and long-term target pursuits

• Communicate and build relationships with project leads to clarify the scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements

• Read, understand, and assign costs to all bid-related documents (drawings, specs, instructions to bidders)

• Develop conceptual engineering capabilities, including equipment selection, layout, and sizing

• Perform detailed take-off and unit cost estimates for mechanical, plumbing, and process piping

• Perform pricing breakouts as required by customers, general contractors, and subcontractors

• Request, obtain, and evaluate vendor pricing while continuously following up on all bid projects and future awards

• Assemble accurate and well-organized estimates and proposals in a timely manner

• Electronically maintain records of all working documents

• Oversee multiple tasks and respond to multiple requests simultaneously

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience preparing estimates for commercial mechanical projects

• Understanding of SMACNA standards for sheet metal ducting and HVAC systems

• Ability to estimate both design-build and plan/spec projects

• Competency with computerized estimating and digital takeoff software

• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Bluebeam, and MS Office Suite

• Proficiency with mechanical takeoff software

• Detail-oriented personality with excellent organizational skills

• Ability to consistently meet deliverable deadlines

Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of estimating software (e.g., FastDUCT, FastPIPE)

• Hands-on experience working with ducts.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods of time.

• Occasional bending, reaching, walking, and lifting when working on project sites.

Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation, medical, dental, vision, and a host of other benefits.