Job Description

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Air System Supplies is seeking a qualified mechanical estimator to join our sales team, with a specific focus on mechanical estimating. We are looking for someone with a technical background who is eager to grow their expertise in this field. Collaboration with customers, suppliers, and internal staff is crucial to success in this role. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience in HVAC, Sheet Metal, Mechanical/Plumbing, Electrical services, or another aspect of construction, bidding, or estimating. Please apply only if you have experience in these areas.

The goal of an estimator is to promote sales of mechanical equipment, grilles and other related products. Estimators are tasked with accurately and efficiently reviewing take-off plans, and itemizing products and equipment in preparation for quoting. Attending industry events from time to time, and visiting customer locations are essential to developing and maintaining customer relationships.

Ideal candidates must possess the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced team-friendly environment alongside their peers. Quick learners that are adaptable will achieve long-term success. Meeting deadlines while providing top-notch customer service are cornerstones of being an estimator at Air System Supplies.

Responsibilities:

Creating 'Material Take Off' items from mechanical and HVAC drawings. Complete engineered submittal packages primarily for mechanical equipment in addition to commercial grilles/registers/diffusers (GRD) Reading, understanding, and confirming job specifications and requirements with Customers Project management once successful job tenders have been awarded Cross-referencing products from other manufacturers Preparing job bids in a timely manner using suppliers' software and price lists Ensure invoices are processed on a regular basis with correct and accurate pricing Assist with customer sales, order desk, and answering technical calls Scheduling, prioritizing, and managing bid requests Sending out and delivering quotations by phone and/or email to our customers Confirming products, sizes and quantities required for completion of projects Submitting purchase orders to suppliers for project materials Positive attitude, exemplary attendance, and a passion for providing exceptional customer service. Maintain accurate records of all quotations and files related to projects Attend industry and customer events as needed
Recommended Qualifications:

Diploma or equivalent number of years of experience in a similar business environment (a minimum of 2 years of inside sales or estimating). Proficient with the use of computers, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and internet usage. Excellent written and communication skills. Keen attention to detail; as well as strong organizational skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Solid technical, communication, and presentation skills to assist customers with proper HVAC and mechanical equipment selection The ability to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times. Excellent organizational, time-management, and prioritizing skills. Resourceful team player who excels at building trusting relationships with customers and colleagues
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Extended health care Vision care
Ability to commute/relocate:

Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

estimating, trades work or sales: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person