HVAC Design Engineer/ Estimator Job Description
- Altitude Refrigeration
- Nadi Back Road, Nadi, Fiji
JOB DESCRIPTION & SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Altitude Refrigeration Solutions Pte. Ltd is looking for a HVAC Design Engineer/ Estimator to join our expanding design & estimating team. We are seeking experienced candidates with a strong sense of ownership & commitment to their work and will assist with the tendering on construction projects.
An HVAC estimator analyzes the scope of proposed dehumidification, ventilation, and air conditioning projects to create a detailed estimate of the project’s cost. As an HVAC estimator, you consider the cost of labor and materials and describe what is needed for our client’s consideration.
Location: Nadi
Responsibilities:
- Understand scope of HVAC work to be able to bid; review mechanical drawings for incoming quote requests;
- Prepare quotes, tenders, bids & design/build budget estimates in response to inbound queries and requests in a timely manner; Ability to negotiate tenders effectively;
- System design of light commercial and large commercial HVAC systems
- Value engineering estimates in a timely manner;
- Undertake load calculations, equipment selections, preparing specifications for D&C projects
- Accurately estimate plan/spec and design/build HVAC systems using computer estimating systems and other related software tools;
- Developing and maintaining relationships with clients
- Work on multiple estimates/construction contracts at the same time;
- Prepare estimates and purchase orders in detail for all products;
- Establish and maintain relationships with vendors, services engineers, architects, property developers and contractors;
- Perform site surveys and attend pre-bid walkthroughs
- Maintain estimating logs and unit costs for all projects
- Interact with the sales and project management teams to insure all projects are performed under budget and according to plans and specifications
- Tender handovers and comprehensive brief to Altitude project teams
- Become proficient with all Altitude product offerings
- Communicate with the engineering department on new and current projects;
- Prepare job take offs and schedules.
Skills and Experience | Requirements:
- Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 5 + years of design & estimating experience in the HVAC industry with a proven track record is required
- Deadline and detail-oriented
- Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and other construction documents
- Knowledge of different types of HVAC systems and their components
- Knowledge of commercial HVAC / Mechanical Services contracting
- Knowledge of electrical systems for HVAC plant and equipment
- Proficient in bidding software platforms;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Products, including MS Project
- Proficient in AutoCAD
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong organizational skills, flexibility and ability to prioritize work assignments;
- Ability to develop budgets and time lines;
- Multi-tasker and organized;
- Great customer service and a team attitude;
- Attention to detail an asset;
- Works well on own or in a team environment;
- Self-starter with strong work ethic;
- Knowledgeable in building and construction sectors.
More Information
- Job Application Details Email: [email protected]