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Full-time
associate degree, bachelor degree
Posted 29d ago
~40 hrs/week
Remote in Illinois, United States
Responsibilities
The Project Estimator prepares accurate cost estimates and detailed proposals for commercial refrigeration projects. This involves performing quantity takeoffs, soliciting vendor quotes, and collaborating with sales and project management teams.
Requirements
Candidates need 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial refrigeration, HVAC, or mechanical contracting. Proficiency in interpreting construction drawings and using Microsoft Excel is required.
Full job description
Position Summary
The Project Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for commercial refrigeration projects. This role works closely with customers, project managers, sales representatives, vendors, and engineering teams to analyze project requirements, develop detailed proposals, and support successful project execution from bid through handoff. The ideal candidate has strong technical knowledge of commercial refrigeration systems, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage multiple estimates simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities
Review project plans, specifications, and bid documents.
Perform quantity takeoffs and develop accurate labor, material, equipment, and subcontractor cost estimates.
Solicit and evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotations.
Prepare detailed project proposals, bid packages, and pricing summaries.
Identify project risks, exclusions, and value engineering opportunities.
Collaborate with sales and project management teams during the bidding process.
Participate in pre-bid meetings, site visits, and customer consultations as needed.
Maintain current pricing databases and estimating software.
Track bid results and analyze estimating performance to improve future accuracy.
Assist with project turnover meetings to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to operations.
Stay informed of industry trends, product changes, and applicable building codes and refrigeration standards.
Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Qualifications
3+ years of estimating experience in commercial refrigeration, HVAC, mechanical contracting, or a related construction field.
Strong understanding of commercial refrigeration systems, equipment, piping, controls, and installation methods.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Experience with estimating software is preferred.
Excellent mathematical, analytical, and organizational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to job sites as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience estimating supermarket refrigeration systems, cold storage facilities, food service refrigeration, or industrial refrigeration projects.
Knowledge of refrigeration codes and industry standards.
Associate's or bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field is preferred but not required.
About Smart Care
Smart Care is a national repair and service provider for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, and cold storage equipment. Our offering of comprehensive mechanical services includes hot side cooking equipment, stand-alone refrigeration, specialty coffee and beverage, complex rack refrigeration and HVAC.
Smart Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected class status. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation with respect to Smart Care’s application or hiring process due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources department at [email protected].
Commercial Foodservice, Refrigeration, HVAC and Cold Storage Equipment Services
Industry
Facilities Services
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1878
Headquarters
St Paul, Minnesota
LinkedIn followers
9,839
Smart Care provides solutions for commercial foodservice, refrigeration, warehouse/cold storage and HVAC equipment nationwide.
We are always looking for top talent - contact us to learn more!
[email protected]
Offices: 370 Wabasha St N, St Paul, Minnesota 55102, US · 11973 Exit 5 Parkway, Fishers, IN 46037, US · Mountain View, CA 94043, US
Commercial Kitchen Equipment RepairPreventive MaintenanceEmergency Serviceswarehouse refrigerationcold storageand HVACChemicalFacilities Support ServicesService IndustryHeating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
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