Estimator - HVAC

Job Title: Estimator

Job Location: Nashville, TN 
Operating Company: JJP Mechanical Reps 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt    
Pay Range: $60k-$70k salary 
 
About:    JJP Mechanical Reps – A member of the AIR Control Concepts family.    
 
JJP Mechanical Reps is a Nashville-based HVAC manufacturer’s representative firm that partners with engineers, contractors, and facility teams to deliver high-performance HVAC equipment and air distribution solutions. Founded in 2011, the company brings decades of technical expertise and sales experience to support complex commercial projects and day-to-day system needs. With a strong focus on collaboration and customer service, JJP provides reliable solutions tailored to each client. 
 
Check out our website: HVAC Manufacturer Representative in Nashville TN | JJP Mechanical Reps 
 
Job Description:   
The Estimator will review construction plans and specifications and perform detailed takeoffs and by item counts of all materials required.  Based on take-off and communication with material suppliers and use of manufacturers’ pricing programs, the Estimator will prepare bids for release to mechanical contractors.  This role requires a technically-minded, process-oriented individual with attention to detail, good communication, organizational and computer literacy skills. 

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   

• Maintain friendly, cooperative relations with customers, vendors, company personnel and management. 

• Perform other tasks or assignments as delegated by the Senior Estimator. 

• Demonstrate the ability to tactfully handle difficult situations. 

• Anticipate problems and provide contingency plans and recommendations. 

• Organize personal schedule to maximize productivity and time management. 

• Follow all Company personnel policies and procedures. 

• Assists in identifying new work to be pursued that is consistent with the Company’s marketing strategy. 

• Cultivates new business through existing business relationships and former customers. 

• Prepares accurate detailed take-offs by item counts of all materials required for projects assigned; generates RFI’s where appropriate. 

• Ensures the accurate and timely preparation of assigned estimates to mechanical contractors based on take-off and communication with material suppliers and use of manufacturer’s pricing programs. 

• Ensures that estimates are priced with an estimated gross profit consistent with the necessary profit objectives of the Company as communicated by Senior Management. 

• Estimates the time and resources necessary to complete bids and communicates this information to the Senior Estimator so that the bid plan is as accurate as possible. 

• Follows up on open bids/proposals in a timely manner; reviews results periodically with the Senior Estimator. 

• Communicates with Sales Persons and Customers on a daily basis. 

Experience and Requirements:   
Education 

• High school diploma  

• 4 years work experience in similar field or College Degree preferred 

Experience 

• Ability to read blueprints and project specifications to accomplish accurate take offs. 

• Ability to prepare bid packages according to specifications. 

• Computer skills, including work with various estimating programs, Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Bluebeam (digital take offs). 

• Experience and knowledge of HVAC industry a plus. 

• Previous technical experience or qualified training. 

• Degree or 2 year technical certification preferred or equivalent experience. 

 
Benefits:   
We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:   

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance   

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match   

• Life Insurance & Health Savings Account (HSA)   

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance   

• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage   

• Pet Insurance   

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)   

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays   

The Company provides equal employment opportunity in accordance with applicable laws and prohibits discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs and qualifications.    
The Company complies with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals.