About the Role
Plimpton & Hills is seeking a Commercial HVAC Estimator / Inside Sales Support professional to prepare accurate and competitive estimates for commercial HVAC projects. This role involves performing detailed take-offs, developing quotations, and supporting the sales team. It offers career advancement opportunities within commercial sales, estimating, project management, or sales leadership.
Responsibilities
- Perform commercial HVAC take-offs from blueprints, construction drawings, plans, specifications, and project bidding platforms.
- Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for HVAC equipment, materials, and systems.
- Estimate and price commercial new construction, renovation, replacement, retrofit, and design-build projects.
- Develop detailed quotations, bids, proposals, and submittal packages.
- Review project documents to ensure a complete understanding of project scope, specifications, and requirements.
- Coordinate with manufacturers and vendors to obtain pricing, equipment selections, technical information, and lead times.
- Support inside and outside sales representatives throughout the quote, bid, and project award process.
- Maintain CRM systems and customer records, documenting sales activities, bid opportunities, project updates, and customer communications.
- Participate in sales meetings and collaborate with the commercial sales team on business opportunities and project strategies.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting strict bid deadlines.
- Provide responsive support to mechanical contractors, engineers, project managers, and customers.
- Ensure all work meets company standards for accuracy, quality, customer service, and profitability.
Requirements
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, schedules, specifications, and construction documents.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
- Ability to analyze product specifications, equipment selections, and technical submittal requirements.
Skills
- HVAC estimating
- Inside sales support
- Commercial HVAC
- Blueprint reading
- Quotation development
- Submittal package preparation
- CRM systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Sales support
- Project lifecycle support
- Customer relationship management
Location
- Northeast
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2+ years of experience in commercial HVAC estimating, inside sales, project coordination, mechanical construction, or a related field preferred.
Education Level
- HVAC degree, technical training, and/or equivalent HVAC industry experience.
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Company-paid training
- Professional development opportunities
About the Company
- Plimpton & Hills Corporation is a leading distributor of plumbing, heating, HVAC, and industrial products serving contractors, businesses, and homeowners across the Northeast.
- With multiple branch locations and showrooms, the company is committed to providing quality products, expert support, and reliable service.
- Respected industry leader with over 100 years of success.
Equal Opportunity
- Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
