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

Preferred 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.

Berg Enterprises

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