Foxborough (hybrid) and Springfield (on site)
Position Expectations
HVAC Estimator
Goal: To professionally manage the preparation of estimates in accordance with
procedures and to provide post bid sales assistance to the manager in analysis of changing
conditions, marketing strategies, competition data.
Organization: Reports to Chief Estimator.
Duties:
Responsible for the preparation of the estimate plan.
Review all reported document scope and take-off inconsistencies and provide direction to
Estimating Staff that is in keeping with procedures.
Responsible for the preparation of the condensed specification, and assure that it is in
compliance with project requirements as modified by upper management.
Review the estimate prior to bid wrap-up to insure accuracy and completeness.
Develop and implement take-off procedures for non standard work.
Review the take-off to insure completeness of all non standard take-offs.
Verify that only work as shown on the documents or as instructed by the Chief Estimator is
indicated in the take-off.
Responsible for preparation of equipment and subcontractor analysis sheets and supervise the
gathering of required information.
Responsible for price and quantity surveys prepared by Estimating Staff.
Delegate assignments and motivate subordinates to assure that work is completed on time.
Train subordinates in all matters regarding estimate preparation and to elevate overall
effectiveness of estimate accuracy.
Analyze historical data and insure that take-offs are produced reflecting this data.
Prepare estimates that can easily be used as cost control/management tools by the operating
personnel.
Review estimates/proposal with Chief Estimator prior to submission of bids.
Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.
