Mechanical Estimator (HVAC) at Berg Enterprises, Inc – Houston, Texas

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

This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer 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 travel and remote work opportunities.

Responsibilities.Manage, organize, and communicate bid documentation for target pursuits to meet company objectives in both the short and long term

Communicate with project leads to clarify the scope of work, materials, and schedule requirements while also maintaining and building relationships

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

Develop conceptual engineering capabilities, including equipment selection, layout & sizing

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

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/probabilities

Electronically maintain records of all working documents and dates to back up estimates

Oversee multiple tasks and respond to multiple requests simultaneously

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

Qualifications.Minimum of 3 years of successful experience preparing estimates for commercial mechanical projects

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

Understanding and knowledge of SMACNA standards that pertain to sheet metal ducting and HVAC systems

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 work and produce within a deliverable deadline

Compensation.

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