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Estimate & Bid Manager

Pro Serv Food Equipment, New Bern, NC, United States


Estimate & Bid Manager – Pro-Serv Food Equipment Eastern North Carolina | Multi-Branch Operations

Full-Time | Leadership Position

Benefits

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Pro-Serv Food Equipment is a rapidly growing commercial kitchen equipment, HVAC, refrigeration, and service company operating across multiple branches in the Carolinas. We support restaurants, schools, healthcare facilities, and national accounts with installation, service, and project work. Our growth is driven by one thing:

standards and execution . We are looking for a leader who can take full ownership of our estimating and quoting process — protecting profitability while helping drive company growth.

Position Overview The

Estimate & Bid Manager

is responsible for managing and executing all company estimates, bids, quote approvals, and equipment/material ordering. This role sits at the center of operations, sales, and profitability. You will ensure: Quotes are accurate; Margins are protected; Orders are correct; Projects move forward without delays.

Primary Responsibilities Estimating & Bidding

Prepare and manage service, equipment, and project estimates

Review job scope, labor requirements, and material costs

Build accurate proposals aligned with company pricing standards

Coordinate with operations, sales, and technicians for scope clarity

Submit bids within required timelines

Maintain estimating templates and pricing structures

Quote Approval Management

Review and approve all company quotes before release

Verify pricing accuracy and required margins

Ensure scope completeness and profitability

Identify risks or missing information prior to approval

Maintain quote tracking and approval workflows

Ordering & Project Execution Support

Manage ordering of approved equipment and materials

Verify correct parts and equipment specifications

Coordinate with Parts Manager and Dispatch

Track ETAs and communicate delays proactively

Ensure jobs are properly staged for execution

Process & Accountability

Standardize estimating procedures across all branches

Improve speed and accuracy of quote turnaround

Maintain organized documentation and records

Work closely with leadership to improve pricing strategy

Identify inefficiencies and implement improvements

What Success Looks Like

Quotes completed quickly and accurately

Consistent company margins protected

Minimal ordering errors

Projects start without delays

Clear communication between departments

Leadership no longer chasing quote status

Qualifications

3+ years estimating, bidding, project coordination, or operations experience

Strong understanding of pricing, cost analysis, and margins

Highly organized with attention to detail

Comfortable managing deadlines and multiple projects

Strong communication and decision-making skills

Experience in commercial service, construction, HVAC, or equipment industry preferred

ERP or service software experience a plus

Who This Role Is For

✅ Process-driven problem solvers

✅ Detail-oriented operators who take ownership

✅ People comfortable making approval decisions

✅ Individuals who thrive in fast-growth environments

Who This Role Is NOT For

❌ Administrative-only mindset

❌ Slow decision makers

❌ People uncomfortable with accountability

❌ Those needing constant supervision

Compensation

$30–40 per hour (based on experience)

Performance-based bonuses tied to margin and accuracy

Paid time off

Health benefits

Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing company

Why This Role Matters at Pro-Serv Every job starts with a quote. If estimating is wrong — everything downstream suffers. This role protects profitability, efficiency, and customer experience across the entire company. You will play a direct role in building the future of Pro-Serv.

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