CoolSys

Field Estimator

Location US-CA-Brea
ID 2024-2195
Category
Corporate Roles
Position Type
Full time
Remote
Yes

Overview

With over 150 years of experience, and headquartered in Southern CA,CoolSys is the market-leading indoor environment solutions company. Our full spectrum of best-in-class services includes HVAC & refrigeration installations, remodels, service & maintenance; and energy solutions, including controls and lighting. CoolSys serves customers in the retail, commercial, food service, educational, healthcare, and industrial markets.  

 

WHY JOIN US 

We understand that hiring great people is the foundation of everything we do. Our employee benefits packages include: 

  • Competitive pay from $80-110K+
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage 
  • Paid vacation and holidays 
  • 401(K) match 
  • Life insurance, AD&D and long-term disability 
  • Tuition reimbursement 
  • Opportunities available nationwide 
  • Employee discounts on vehicles, hotels, theme parks, select cell phone bills and so much more 
  • Pet Insurance 
  • Legal Plan, and ID Theft Protection 

Responsibilities

Responsible for working in the field to provide complete measurement, take-off, analysis, and estimates of all aspects of deliverables involved in the project scope. Connects subcontractors, design team, estimators, and clients in understanding the scope of work to be done for proper identification of project cost.                                   
  • Collaborate with operations staff and other estimators to ensure that general conditions and required aspects of the project are appropriately captured in the estimate.
  • Conduct site walks to determine the scope and accuracy of drawings.
  • Clarify project scope and provide to subcontractors so they understand the work required and can provide reasonable project pricing.
  • Determine all required but non-indicated scope through an on-site review of conditions against plan specifications.
  • Assess subcontractor proposals to ascertain if the scope is covered to minimize the risk of scope gaps.
  • Use company-provided estimating tool software in the development of complete project cost estimates.
  • Schedule and perform Bid Reviews to ensure completeness and accuracy/approval of estimates with various executive leadership levels based on project revenue thresholds.
  • Analyze final project postmortem performance data for opportunities to continuously improve the estimating process.
  • Ensure strict adherence to all deadlines, ethics, and compliance requirements at all times.
  • Ensure usage of Salesforce to track estimating workflow.
  • When appropriate, define more cost-efficient alternatives to the proposed scope of the project.
  • Collaborate with Sales and Operations in the timing of presentations and in building client relationships.
  • Collaborate with Purchasing in evaluating and analyzing material proposals.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • May require overnight travel, day travel is expected to be up to 50% of the time.

Qualifications

  • Must possess practical estimating, engineering experience, and estimating techniques by interpreting computerized cost data and systems.
  • Knowledge of HVAC, Refrigeration, & Energy Management systems and installation is a must.
  • Demonstrate superior judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Demonstrate strong relationship and communication skills as this position will interact with project owners, contractors, and project managers.
  • Able to manage multiple and competing priorities and projects under tight time frames.
  • Must have a driver’s license and good driving record.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
  • 4 - 6 years of experience as a Construction Estimator, Construction Coordinator, or Project Manager or in a related area. General Contractor experience or supermarket refrigeration construction is a plus.
  • Experience using FastEST and PlanSwift, or any other estimation software is required.
  • Experience using Salesforce.com, or other CRM software, preferred.

Join Us

Today, there are 22 different companies that make up the CoolSys family of brands. Our valued employees are at the heart of our continued growth and success. We invite you to be part of that growth! 

 

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CoolSys is an EEO/AA Employer.  All qualified individuals - Including all ages, colors, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics are encouraged to apply.  

Pre-employment background screening (criminal and MVR) and drug testing (including for marijuana) arerequired for all positions. CoolSys will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with federal law, state law, or local ordinance. 

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