Estimator / Project Manager - Mechanical Systems

PDM Group has a proud company history that dates back to 1935. One of our Founding Companies, Hearnen Air Conditioning was one of the first factory distributorships set up by Willes Carrier. We are a leading Industrial and Commercial Air Conditioning Heating and Ventilating Service provider. Our business was founded on responding quickly to our customer’s needs, delivering good quality service and producing a positive result for our customers. We have an office with a fully staffed Service Department in Cranbury, NJ which provides HVAC Service and Maintenance to the Tri-State Area and beyond including Maryland which covers Metro Washington, DC and Northern Virginia.

PDM Group has made its name providing the highest quality Engineering, Design Installation and Service.

Our Engineering and Installation Department specializes in Design Build Applications from the simplest to the most complex including air conditioning, heating, piping and process systems guaranteed to meet your specifications.

PDM Group sells, installs and services all major brands of HVAC Equipment including Process and Comfort Chillers. We specialize in control systems including Building Automation, Process Chillers, and Cooling Towers for the Plastics Industry and specialty equipment such as Desiccant Dehumidifiers for the Food, Pharmaceutical and Process Industries, Humidification Systems and Data Center Cooling Equipment.

We set high standards for all our employees and sub-contractors. Their attitudes and skills are expected to reflect our company’s commitment to exceed your expectations in everything we do.

Estimator / Project Manager - Mechanical Systems

Responsibilities

Quantity take-offs, cost estimating, cost analysis, bid reviews and document management primarily for commercial and industrial HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems

Creating competitive and accurate estimates to achieve margin and financial targets

Utilize centralized cost estimating models to ensure current and strategic pricing data is used during all HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical proposal development

Follow-up with potential clients to finalize the work agreement

Schedule and manage resources (HVAC / plumbing manpower, equipment and materials) from start to finish with attention to budgetary limitations

Develop, coordinate and track mechanical project schedules for optimal project management

Supervise and interface with team members to ensure mechanical projects are delivered per estimates, as well as guiding technicians to provide necessary information to complete estimates

Identify resources, assign workloads and manage schedules to ensure timely deliveries and project management

Evaluate progress and prepare detailed reports

Ensure adherence to all health and safety standards and report issues related to HVAC and plumbing mechanical projects

Process client invoicing promptly

Generating leads and new customers

Ensure that team work in compliance with company policies and procedures

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

OR

2 years' experience in project management and/or estimating in construction, mechanical, or related industry

Preferred Qualifications

3+ years' experience with HVAC and plumbing equipment estimates and project management

Skill and understanding in conceptual estimating

In-depth understanding of estimating & construction procedures and material & project management principles

Ability to read blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets

Advanced understanding of risk management

Experience managing budgets and schedules for construction projects

Advanced knowledge of estimating software, strategies and techniques

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Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

Company paid vacation and holidays

Company health care, vision, & dental benefits

401k plan with Company match

Company paid life insurance

Education and training provided with monetary incentives available for education courses completed

Eligible for performance and company-based bonuses

PDM Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.