Assistant Project Manager/Estimator

For over 45 years, MPSW has been a trusted source for engineered HVAC solutions in Arizona. We represent top-tier manufacturers and provide technical sales support for nearly every system type—backed by expert design assistance, energy analysis, and application know-how. At MPSW, we’re team-driven, service-focused, and always moving forward. If you're a self-starter who values collaboration and wants your work to make a real impact, you’ll fit right in here. FLSA Status:  Exempt Salary Range : $55,000-$65,000 (annually) The Opportunity   This is an entry-level role learning all aspects of MPSW products and systems to estimate and manage projects. As the Assistant Project Manager/Estimator, this individual will be responsible for coordinating submittals, equipment selection, ordering equipment, pricing and ship dates for each project. Must be detail and customer service oriented and have excellent organizational skills.  Position requires a high level of oral and written correspondence with the Sales Team, Customers and Manufacturers to ensure timely completion of assigned projects while maintaining customer satisfaction. Must be able to work well with others in a fast-paced & high-volume environment.   Responsibilities   Create and maintain job files for each project throughout its duration   Optimize the project through the stages of product selection, specifications, plans, estimates, proposals, value engineering and redesigns   Manage multiple projects on an ongoing basis   Communicate with owners, architects, MEP Consultants and General, Mechanical and Electrical Contractors    Organize project related data for order entry   Respond to and track IOM & Submittal requests   Read, understand and interpret building plans & specifications    Develop and grow relationships with customers, contractors, project engineers and manufacturers   Determine project requirements, constraints, and sales team responsibilities to meet all of the customer’s system design, installation and maintenance expectations   Investigate concerns, implement corrective action and communicate with customers and co-workers as necessary to maximize customer satisfaction   The Required Profile   One (1) to two (2) years of experience in the HVAC, estimating, engineering, construction management or contracting environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience   Working knowledge of MEP consulting, architecture, design, CAD, general contracting, mechanical contracting, engineering or construction industry a plus   Ability to prioritize, multi-task, deal with ambiguity and manage high volume projects   Strong PC skills in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook   Other Skills/Abilities   Strategic Skills      Ability to learn new skills and knowledge. Ability to understand concepts and complexity comfortably .   Open to change and will  try anything  to find solutions .   Able to handle uncertainty and make decisions without knowing the whole story .   Operating Skills   Ability to discern between tasks to  determine  how best to  accomplish  goals and organize task/people assignments to get results in  a timely  way. Ability to figure out processes and simplify them  in order to  maximize  workflow .    Behavior Skills      Ability to manage people and situations when conflicts arise .   Ability to seize opportunities with the drive to complete goals .     Personal and Interpersonal Skills     Ability to  establish  and grow relationships with customers through effective verbal and written communication .   Dedicated to the needs of the customers, manufacturers and peers and has the patience to actively listen to all business partners. Able to solve problems and skillfully negotiate with a minimum of noise while managing stress .   Demonstrates integrity and trust through  appropriate directness  and truthfulness .   Ability to understand personal strengths and weaknesses, seek  feedback  and improve upon shortcomings .     Environmental Requirements   Will be  required  to work in an office environment and  frequently  in the field.   Physical Demands   While performing the duties of this job, the employee  is regularly required to  use hands to  operate   computer  keyboard and telephone, reach with hands and arms. The employee  frequently   is required to  stand, walk, and sit. The employee  is occasionally required to  climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.   NOTE :  This  job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.  Employee  may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.   MPSW is an Equal Opportunity Employer   Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status.  Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Salary ranges listed are dependent upon a candidate’s qualifications, experience, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the specific role and location.