Commercial Estimator

Kelowna Branch
Full Time

Our Kelowna Branch is looking for a Commercial Estimator who will help ECCO Supply grow our existing sales of mechanical equipment, grilles and other related product to our Bid & Spec customer base. The successful incumbant will accurately and efficiently take-off plans, itemize products and equipment in preparation for quoting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

General Duties:

  • Make a personal commitment to consistently provide superior customer service to ECCO’s customers so they will want to do repeat business with ECCO Manufacturing
  • Maintain good working relationship with all co-workers and ECCO employees
  • Read and comply with ECCO’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
  • Read and comply with ECCO’s Human Resources Policies and Procedures
  • Assist in the success of ECCO’s Safety Program with suggestions and by setting a good example, also by ensuring that safety is at the forefront of your actions while at work.

Commercial Estimator:

  • Complete engineered drawing take-offs of commercial grilles/registers/diffusers (GRD) & mechanical equipment
  • Assemble accurate and timely tenders including quantities and sell prices for the commercial GRD & mechanical equipment
  • Project management once successful job tenders have been awarded
  • Ordering project material and equipment as required
  • Follow up and tracking of shipments, ensuring accurate and timely deliveries as per client specifications
  • Ensure invoices are processed on a regular basis with correct and accurate pricing
  • Identify and solicit potential clients
  • Assist and share in customer sales and technical calls requiring assistance
  • Promote and secure business from all aspects of the HVAC industry
  • Ensure all customers are treated in a professional manner and attend to queries, disputes, etc. promptly
  • Provide timely feedback to supervisor regarding performance
  • Provide timely, accurate, competitive pricing on all quotes submitted to clients, while striving to maintain maximum profit margin and market share
  • Maintain accurate record of all project tender quotations and activity reports submitted
  • Control expenses to meet budget guidelines
  • Participate in annual inventory count
  • Assist in trade shows offered by ECCO Supply, suppliers and / or customers
  • Participate in industry related associations, i.e., monthly meetings
  • Work closely under the supervision or more senior ECCO estimators who will provide mentoring and coaching
  • Other duties as deemed necessary by management

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 2 years working in the HVAC industry
  • Project management, along with experience in running commercial HVAC jobs an asset
  • Resourceful team player who excels at building trusting relationships with customers and colleagues
  • Solid technical, communication and presentation skills to assist customers with proper HVAC selection
  • Keen attention to detail; as well as strong organizational skills
  • Strong computer skills including estimating software
  • Must be willing to attend educational courses to supplement their existing professional experience and product knowledge
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Desire to be a long-term employee and contribute to the company’s overall success

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