Estimator - Job Coster

Oslin Nation has a great opportunity to be an integral member of the Oslin Nation estimating team! Reporting directly to the Branch Manager and working in a team environment, the successful candidate will learn the many products we represent and how to apply them to applications. We are looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented Job Coster (Estimator) responsible for handling multiple projects of varying size and complexity. Self-motivated individuals with a great attitude and eagerness to learn and grow are critical for success.

A Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Science (or equivalent experience) is highly preferred. Familiarity with HVAC and/or Plumbing systems, as well as being mechanically inclined, well-organized, and able to work well in a team setting is critical to success in this role. Candidates should be able to perform efficiently on their own with minimal supervision.

Duties

• Reviewing plans and specifications: Review building plans and specification & determine what HVAC and plumbing scope is present
• Takeoff products: Perform a takeoff on any HVAC or plumbing scope which is present
• Composing quotations: Compose a quotation using available pricing sheets and our in-house pricing tools
• Communication: Communicating any discrepancies and contradictions in the plans and specifications with our in-house engineering staff and with our sales team
• Quality assurance: Review other estimators’ quotes to ensure accuracy for our customers
• Maintain required project documentation
• Interface with the sales and application engineering personnel

Required Qualities

• Highly Organized
• Mechanically inclined
• Strong computer skills
• Mathematically minded
• Self-motivated and able to take on responsibility
• Punctual and reliable
• Flexible attitude
• Detail oriented
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
• Strong time management ability
• Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - articulate and diplomatic

Hours: M-F 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Benefits:

• Paid PTO Time—starts accruing immediately at hire
• 401k with generous company match (up to 5%)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Company-paid Life Insurance ($50,000 policy)
• Excellent insurance options including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and AFLAC

Competitive Salary DOE

In an effort to maintain a drug-free environment, offers will be contingent upon successfully passing a drug and/or background check. Oslin Nation is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected classification.