If you have experience estimating both HVAC and plumbing along with the ability to make quick, accurate decisions in order to win business, this position offers you some intriguing opportunities. You will:

• Play an important role at the front end of our business, and enjoy the thrill of competition when you are the winning bidder.
• Make an impact by adding expertise in estimating plumbing to a strong, collaborative team of estimators. Quick question for you - click here
• Enjoy an entrepreneurial culture and a commitment to continuous improvement. For example, we recently implemented Procore and Esticom.
• Be part of a strong growth story at a forward-thinking regional HVAC contractor.
• Showcase your potential to take on additional responsibilities and advance in our growing company.

Anderson Mechanical Services, Inc. (AMSI) was incorporated in 1988 and has grown into a full-service HVAC company covering the entire DC Metro Area. We are committed to quality, integrity and customer satisfaction in all our service areas, which include pre-construction, construction, commercial HVAC service, commercial HVAC maintenance, and design/build services. AMSI is a great place to build your career. We are a leading variable refrigerant flow (VRF) HVAC contractor, we are proud of the strong relationships we have built with customers and contractors, and we're a family-owned company with over 30 years of success.

Pictured: AMSI’s dedicated estimating team handles all bid and budget requests, providing punctual and detailed proposals on project scopes ranging from small commercial interiors to ground-up construction to complex retrofits.

To be a good fit for the Estimator opportunity, you will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of estimating commercial HVAC & Plumbing projects.
• Strong experience estimating commercial HVAC systems (duct work, plumbing/piping systems and equipment) for mechanical projects valued up to $2 million. Quick question for you - click here
• Extensive knowledge of mechanical equipment, drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of building materials, engineering standards, and codes.
• The ability to build relationships with customers and secure project wins.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Experience with construction estimating and/or project management software, preferable Esticom and Procore.

Just as important will be the following competencies and characteristics:

• Strong interpersonal skills to deal diplomatically and communicate effectively with customers.
• The ability to:
  • Manage customer relationships, perceptions and expectations.
  • Handle a fast-paced workload under deadlines.
  • Maintain a high energy level to handle a dynamic, evolving, and fast-paced workload.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills, including strong phone skills.

Experience with any of the following is a strong plus

• Lean Construction environments.
• Variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems.
• SMACNA standards.
• Project Management experience.

You will need to come into the office for training and onboarding, and we are taking appropriate precautions to ensure everyone's well-being. Once you are up to speed you will have the option of working remotely.

Pictured: We blend senior-level field and project management experience with the latest construction software and technology to provide clients with high-quality installations at the speed of the 21st century construction industry.

You will report directly to the President and join a team that includes four other Estimators. You'll play a critical role in determining the growth rate and profitability of the Company and work closely with the President of this rapidly growing and highly regarded regional mechanical construction organization.

We specialize in mechanical construction contracts in the $3 million to $20 million range, as well as the tenant renovation market, involving variable refrigerant flow (VRF) systems, which are our specialty, as well as conventional HVAC systems. Our objective is to be able to be the first subcontractor on the job and to execute the contract as quickly and as efficiently as possible.

You'll have ultimate responsibility for accurate project estimates of material, equipment and supplies costs, labor costs, project duration and subcontractor costs required to meet the customers’ quality and contractual requirements. In addition to bidding on five to ten projects per week, you will coordinate with project managers and field operations to assure seamless communication throughout the life of the project with no "gray areas" regarding what is included in the project budget.

We rarely pursue published bids, and much of our work is negotiated and based on relationships. You'll work with customers to help them understand what is in a bid, where we fit into the pricing mix, and how we might adjust the bid to be competitive. You'll leverage your persuasive skills to convince customers that's we’re their best option. Quick question for you - click here

Note: this description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured: Our team of certified commercial service technicians can provide you with fast and friendly HVAC equipment repairs at a competitive price.

Visible impact
As you can see under The Role tab, this is a "front and center" role working with the President as well as with the project management and field teams. You'll have a direct influence on the success of our thriving company.

Professional development
We believe in treating each employee as an individual with advancement opportunities based on their ambition, capabilities, and performance. As we grow there will be new opportunities for strong performers.

Staying ahead of the curve
Anderson Mechanical Services is different from others in our space. For one thing, our expertise in variable refrigerant flow (VRF) allows us to offer customers a solution that reduces energy consumption compared to traditional chilling systems. We're also proactively updating systems and processes to enhance efficiency.

Great environment
You'll find a fast-paced environment and entrepreneurial spirit here, and people enjoy working together toward shared goals.

Strong values
Certain values have guided our family-run company for two generations, and we believe they are crucial to our success:

• Unmatched quality and efficiency are our top priorities.
• Integrity has been the foundation of AMSI since the company started in 1988.
• Customer satisfaction is essential in a competitive industry -- our relationships with customers is our lifeblood.

Excellent compensation
AMSI invests in our team. We invest in our employees' long-term growth by providing up to $1,000 annual work-related tuition reimbursement. We also care about the health and welfare of our employees by offering great benefits, including medical, dental and vision care -- AMSI pays 80% of the employee’s cost. Other benefits include life insurance, a 401(k) plan and health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) that covers your medical deductible, co-pays, and coinsurance. Employees also have the opportunity to contribute to the 401(k) and AMSI will match up to 4%.

Pictured: AMSI offers full-service HVAC maintenance plans to keep your equipment functioning properly and your long term service costs at a minimum.

To excel in this role you will have high energy and an entrepreneurial spirit. There is always plenty to do and the pace is fast. You'll need a knack for balancing tasks such as pricing, scope-writing and reviewing potential contracts. You also will need to be able to make quick, accurate decisions (within parameters) on a regular basis.

On any given job, you will compete with two to six other bidders. While cost is always a point of negotiation, you should be able to win the jobs by building relationships with customers and understanding what is most important to them. It may be speed, quality or reliability.

You'll also support company-wide efforts to implement greater structure and discipline, including a goal of ensuring a seamless process from estimating to project management to field execution. We'll look to you to support that goal by being detail oriented, communicating effectively, and working well with people in the different functional areas.

Pictured: In addition to installing your HVAC system, we can design it from the start to help keep owner build-out costs at a minimum.