Jr. Mechanical Estimator - Entry-Level

Control Air Enterprises LLC is seeking three perspective candidates for an entry-level career opportunity in the major construction HVAC & plumbing industry.

This rare employment opportunity is to join the Estimating / Pre-Construction Group as an Jr. Estimator / Take-Off Staff at our office in Hayward, CA.

Successful candidates will be trained and exposed to all aspects of the major construction HVAC & plumbing industry with possible career paths to;

senior-level estimating roles, construction management (project manager / project engineer), mechanical design, CADD / BIM coordinators.

As an entry-level Jr. Estimator / Take-Off Staff, you will be instructed in the application and practical use of Quick-Pen AutoBid® (by Trimble®) specialty estimating software and utilizing On-Screen take-off features.

Candidates must possess a team orientated attitude, strong communication skills, a higher-level of organizational and attention-to-detail consciences.

No previous estimating or industry experience is required, but parallel course work in a relative educational major is preferred.

Candidates must be able to work full-time at our Anaheim office.

Training and instruction in the below estimating responsibilities will include :

• Analyze blueprints, construction drawings, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Thoroughly review front ends and specifications for scope or pricing impact items.
• Obtain and evaluate material, equipment, and subcontractor quotes.
• Prepare conceptual estimates for budgeting projects.
• Able to communicate, schedule, analyze information, and take responsibility for estimating duties.
• Review bid documents for potential conflicts and constructability issues.
• Communicate with the client, gather all necessary data, and analyze all information in order to assemble complete project cost.
• Confer with general contractors / construction managers, engineers, and designers on changes or adjustments for estimates.
• Follow company procedures for communication, dialogue, time sheets, and assembling of estimates.
• Strengthen teamwork oriented traits.
• Learn all software programs utilized in the day-to-day business operations of the company.

Benefits include the following :

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• FSA & extra insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Pay Range : $25 - $45 Hourly

Let’s be honest- life is too short to work at job that you don’t love. So, do something about it! Come be a part of our team and work with us on industry defining projects.

We are a family of passionate people, who are smart and kind, and have some pretty amazing skills. We love what we do, and love being California’s Homegrown Mechanical Experts.

A little bit about us. We have been in business for over 42 years, are a full mechanical contracting firm specializing in Major Construction, Tenant Improvement, Industrial, Plumbing, Retrofit, Service, Controls, Energy Commissioning and Detailing.

Our divisions can handle a wide range of projects and services that include Design Build, Design Assist and Plan & Spec for facilities in the Medical, Entertainment, Laboratory, Hotel, Resort, Office, Government, Education, Civic and Commercial industries.

Oh, we are also 100% employed owned (ESOP), have over 1,000 family members, and have one of the largest fabrication shops in California.

Our corporate headquarters are in Southern California (Anaheim - just south of Los Angeles), conveniently located near several major freeways.

We also have offices in San Diego and Hayward (Northern California). Our manufacturing facilities are located in Anaheim (Southern California) and Hayward (Northern California).

We are always on the lookout for great people to join our team.