What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Estimator - Powers - Central Arkansas position at Powers?
At Powers, we specialize in helping our customers with any HVAC project or problem they have. We do this by providing the right equipment for the right application, setting it up to maximize both comfort and efficiency, making sure everything is operating the way it’s supposed to, and servicing all major HVAC equipment and controls. This is how we create Customers for Life!
Our Controls Estimators are an integral part of the Powers Inside Sales Support team. They support multi-level selling efforts for our Outside Sales Team by developing professional and personal relationships with current and prospective clients.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work closely with the outside sales team and their assigned accounts to assist in positioning Powers of Arkansas for success during the project bidding, award, and construction processes.
- Maintain a working knowledge of all products and manufacturers represented by Powers of Arkansas.
- Become familiar with factory personnel, products, model numbers, descriptions, and correct application of all products.
- Pricing and preparation of proposals from a set of construction documents, plans, specs, and project bid forms.
- Create and maintain project folders and files.
- Prompt communication with the project team regarding events that may impact project cost or schedules.
- Maintain a proactive attitude towards self-improvement and activities to support the efforts of all Powers of Arkansas teams.
- Participate in factory and office-based training.
- Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of Building Automation Systems.
- Proficiency with Windows applications primarily Word, Excel, and ability to learn manufacturer specific design and pricing software.
- Familiarity with construction industry processes is a plus.
Powers requires pre-employment background checks and drug screenings.
Powers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status,