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LC Anderson, Inc., the trusted name in commercial HVAC/R systems and service to Boston and Eastern Massachusetts, is looking for a recent mechanical engineering graduate to jump start your career as Project Engineer.  If you are “in it to win it” and want to join a winning team that is committed to each other and our customers, then contact us. 

Our Commitment: We create a safe and comfortable environment by solving problems and building lasting relationships where people matter most.

Our Legacy: We will leave a legacy as the ultimate solutions provider and destination for top talent in the markets we serve.

Project Engineer Job Summary:  Project managing and engineering for L.C. Anderson construction projects. Position reports to President of Construction.

Annual Salary: $70,000-85,000  

Benefits:

• 15 days paid time off (this includes vacation, sick, personal time, funeral, etc.)
• 10 paid holidays (7 scheduled and 3 floaters).
• 100% company paid health insurance. The current plan is provided through Cigna which has a small copay for office visits and prescription and a deductible ($2,000 individual and $4,000 family – reimbursed by LCA 50%).
• Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD) through Mutual of Omaha currently.
• 401K retirement program. Matching dollar for dollar up to 4% of gross pay (calculated with profit sharing).
• Profit sharing. 5-10% of end of year pay based on performance of individual, performance of division, and performance of company (if the company is not profitable, profit sharing does not apply).
• Professional training (in house and partial reimbursement for outside applicable classes).
• Employee optional Aflac for disability, dental, death, cancer, and accident.
• Weekly pay with direct deposit optional.
• A bright future!

Why L.C.Anderson?

1. Excellent reputation and culture that values and empowers employees to succeed.
2. Excellent income potential.
3. Superior health and insurance benefits package.
4. Career growth and advancement opportunities.
5. Ongoing training.
6. State-of-the art technical support provided (e.g. Laptop, phone and software).
7. Large full-service Company with extensive capabilities.
8. Experienced management team for coaching, counseling, and mentoring.

Qualifications:

• Mechanical Engineer (BSME)
• Background in HVAC through schooling or field experience
• Current drivers license and clean driving record

Key Job Requirements:

• Interact with clients (owners and general contractors) and generate business
• Accurately estimate costs associated with construction projects and generate quotations
• Read, understand, and estimate costs associated with construction projects
• Coordinate project manage and oversee execution of construction projects in accordance with plans, specifications, and design build write up
• Generate HVAC load estimate
• Understanding and ability to use AutoCAD
• Coordinate with construction manager to schedule construction technicians to meet required project deadlines
• Responsible for ownership of project including coordinating with client, attending on site construction meetings, ordering equipment and subcontractors, scheduling work and tracking costs
• Meeting construction schedule and customers requirements
• Responsible for project profitability
• Recognizing and pricing additional work (change orders) in a timely fashion
• Work well with other LC Anderson employees, LC Anderson subcontractors, customer (i.e. General Contractor or End User) and other trades on project
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to each unique project or situation
• Flexibility and ability to work outside of standard working hours, when required by project, rigger, project schedule, or work backlog
• Ability to get multiple quotations from suppliers and subcontractors and purchase equipment and write subcontracts
• Perform any other task which may be required, as directed by Vice President of Construction
• Make sure all work is done in a professional manner: neat, clean, timely, and meeting customer needs with as little inconvenience as possible to the customer
• Assist other departments when required, or when construction is slow
• Responsible for expanding personal knowledge through ongoing training and schooling
• In the event of an unresolved conflict on a project, involve management for a decision
• Be customer focused and exceed customer’s expectations and build long term relationships with clients
• Overall, provide professional courteous service where customer feels he received quality service for money spent and will be a repeat customer

LC Anderson, Inc., the trusted name in commercial HVAC/R systems and service to Boston and Eastern Massachusetts, is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant. If you want to join a winning team that is committed to each other and our customers, then contact us.

Our Commitment: We create a safe and comfortable environment by solving problems and building lasting relationships where people matter most.

Our Legacy: We will leave a legacy as the ultimate solutions provider and destination for top talent in the markets we serve.

Senior Accountant Job Description:

Becomes the “go to” employee for monthly close and reporting process, with help from Controller. Overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Billing. Accounting Department Projects as needed.

Key Job Requirements:

1. Monitor and reconcile all balance sheets account quarterly and key accounts (Cash, AR Over/Underbilling etc.) monthly.
2. Responsible for AP related processes- receipt and matching of invoices or completion of work, vendor account set-up in Job Cost ERP, enter invoices not associated with job costing into Sage (as required), prioritization of invoices due and to be paid.
3. Responsible for Payroll related functions: work with Service and Construction Departments to verify employee time is entered accurately for the week, download Payroll data from Job Cost ERP, prepare worksheet showing each employee’s time and its allocation and provide results to Admin/HR Manager for Payroll processing.
4. Assist all AR activities when needed including: 1) reach out to customers for Not To Exceed PO’s when close to limit, 2) update customer requalification and maintain customer portals (when required) and 3) maintain spreadsheet of new accounts, set-up in Job Cost ERP and generate and distribute New Customer letter.
5. Work with controller on financial support reporting for company management team, external compliance with Third Party CPA Firm (as required).
6. Work with controller in establishing procedure and processes to support Job Cost ERP and Sage information systems.
7. Drive, assess and establish internal controls, needed SOP’s and cross-functional discussions with other members of the team as recognized
8. Participate and support controller on several other initiatives including quarterly billing for commissions, update Cost, No Billing report (currently done by Service), update KPI and Unapplied Hours spreadsheets, implement and maintain warranty procedure for construction and modernization revenues when jobs are closed, aid in quarterly newsletter content and issues and third-party Marketing contact.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Intangibles:                    

• Highly motivated team player who has a willingness and thirst for helping controller managing changes in systems, processes and reporting in a successful company and has the desire to work cross-functionally to create “win-win situations.”
• Deadline driven, results-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Proactive and self-motivated; excellent organizational skills, and detail-orientation are all essential.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Adaptable and flexible in their approach and with everyone they work with.
• Looking for an individual who wants to grow with the company and go the extra mile when the company needs it.

LC Anderson, Inc., the trusted name in commercial HVAC/R systems and service to Boston and Eastern Massachusetts, is looking for a result driven and experienced HVACR Project Field Foreman. If you want to join a winning team that is committed to each other and our customers, then contact us.

In this role, you will manage the execution of field work on assigned projects from setting clear expectations as the primary point of contact with the end user, and LCA Account Manager and/or Project Manager on scheduling all field operations, direct labor and all subcontractors and equipment/materials, to start up and successful job completion and turnover on time, within estimate and meeting/exceeding the customer’s expectations.

Our Commitment: We create a safe and comfortable environment by solving problems and building lasting relationships where people matter most.

Our Legacy: We will leave a legacy as the ultimate solutions provider and destination for top talent in the markets we serve.

Compensation: $90,000-$120,000 plus generous performance bonus

Hours: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Benefits:

• 15 days paid time off for first 5 years (vacation, sick, personal time, funeral, etc.)
• 10 paid holidays per year (current schedule).
• Company vehicle and gas card
• Expense account for pre-approved customer related expenses.
  Health insurance – 100% company paid. ($2,000 deductible single, $4,000 family paid 50% by the company in a HRA). Currently Cigna.
• Flex spending account. $2500 cap per year. Credit card.
• Dental (Delta Dental), LTD, STD (Assurant) all optional paid for by the employee.
• Aflac optional for accident, life, cancer, and STD. Paid for by employee – optional.
• 401K retirement program. Dollar for dollar match up to 4% of your gross.
• Ongoing training, as needed.
• A very bright future!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned field projects, once sold, from start to finish.
• Perform walkthroughs with salesperson for each job (turnover meeting from Sales to Operations)
• Provide the required field presence (be there or beware) to stay on top of project progress and resolve issues before they escalate. This involves providing clear direction to our installer/subcontractors and keeping the customer informed throughout the job.
• Provide updates for each project to Customer, LCA Construction Ops, Account Manager and Subcontractors
• Become main point of contact for customer once the job is sold and until it is completed.
• Order stock and follow up on all equipment ordered to align with schedule
• Review and upload jobs to Backlog report and track performance (actual labor and material vs estimate)
• Work with Coordinator to schedule the jobs, based on equipment arrival and resurce capacity and keep customer aware throughout.
• Work with service to schedule startup/service issues
• Assist in eliminating waste in the execution of projects to improve morale, efficiency and departmental profitability
• Effectively communicate and coordinate activities between operations, sales, the field and the customer, proactively solve problems and clearly and confidently communicate direction to installers, subcontractors, customer and provide excellent follow-up and follow through to all stakeholders
• Work closely with the field installers, to earn their trust and respect and by observing, listening and resolving impediments to allow them to effectively do their job and in turn improve their efficiency and job satisfaction
• Coordinate with Installation Manager and the field installers to accurately report and measure utilization rate and actual hours vs estimated hours, installation rates and improve performance through better planning, shop preparation, support and field training
• Facilitate the After Action Review(AAR) once job is completed to identify project performance, and apply lessons learned to enhance our processes and procedures
• Recognize, reinforce, and reward ideas from the field that result in labor savings while maintaining safe work standards and installation quality and incorporate these best practices into standard work methods/standard operating procedures.
• Collect, analyze and report on historical performance to improve future estimating and set realistic labor expectations (goals) for installers.
• Build a culture of continuous improvement and focus on 1% better every day by reducing waste
• Produce accurate and timely operating results, performance reporting, time sheets, work tickets and analytics
• Maintain good customer relationships and obtain customer feedback on all projects; what went well and what needs improvement.
• Keep Installation Manager aware of activities and issues on job site
• Assist Installation Manager in manpower loading and reviewing/recommending scheduling changes
• Assist Installation Manager with input to installer’s reviews
• Coordinate with Parts Runner and Warehouse Manager on issuing material and equipment to the job site just in time
• Flexible and able to adapt to the unique requirements of each project requirements and installer personality.
• Flexible and able to work outside of standard working hours, when required by project, rigger, project schedule, or work backlog
• Make sure you conduct yourself in a professional manner: neat, clean, positive and timely
• Responsible for continuously developing personal knowledge, as well as recommending and assisting with career development training for the others in the group.
• Overall, provide professional service and support throughout all field projects such that the customer feels he received good value and will be a repeat customer, while the company eliminates all wasted activities that the customer does not value and maximizes profit
• Works closely with other departments to assure a smooth completion of field projects to warranty stage and then turn over to the service/P.M. phase

Essential Technical Skills: Requires the understanding of HVACR systems and the ability to read and interpret HVACR mechanical, electrical, and piping specifications and project design prints to determine job scope of work requirements.

Education/Training Requirements: 5+ years supervising installation crews for a commercial contractor, preferably commercial HVACR contractor.

Performance Factors:

1. Driven for success; competitive, goal orientated, and results driven
2. Self-confident, detail oriented, thoughtful and organized
3. Elevated capacity to learn and grow
4. Excellent communication skills
5. Strong relationship building and leadership skills
6. Ability to thrive in a fast paced team setting
7. Passion for solving problems and motivating others

Why LC Anderson:

1. Excellent reputation and culture that values, develops and empowers employees to succeed.
2. Excellent income potential.
3. Superior health and insurance benefits package.
4. Career growth and advancement opportunities.
5. Ongoing training.
6. State-of-the art technical support provided (e.g. Laptop, phone and software).
7. Large full-service Company with extensive capabilities.
8. Experienced management team for coaching, counseling, and mentoring.

LC Anderson, Inc., the trusted name in commercial HVAC/R systems and service to Boston and Eastern Massachusetts, is looking for a experienced, result driven and customer focused Commercial Service Sales Engineer. If you are “in it to win it” and want to join a winning team that is committed to each other and our customers, then contact us.

This position is responsible for providing cost effective and timely HVAC/R solutions, Planned Maintenance Agreements (PMAs) and Replacement proposals, to commercial, industrial and large institutional clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts. The primary objective is to increase profitable sales and achieve your annual quota by providing superior customer solutions, service and support. Our people set us apart and we recognize, reinforce and reward performance.

Our Commitment: We create a safe and comfortable environment by solving problems and building lasting relationships where people matter most.

Our Legacy: We will leave a legacy as the ultimate solutions provider and destination for top talent in the markets we serve.

Compensation: Competitive base pay based on experience plus unlimited upside commission plan.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

1. Meeting annual quota with specific growth objectives in revenue and profits through effective target marketing and customer relationship management activities to earn loyalty and position the Company as their trusted source for all their HVAC/R needs.
2. Owning the entire sales process for accounts assigned to you from developing, presenting, and closing on Planned Maintenance and Replacement proposals to prospects and customers and then clearly setting expectations and overseeing fulfillment and billing. Provide compelling facts to support the Company value regarding Planned Maintenance and replace vs repair decisions.
3. Leverage existing relationships to generate referrals and identify and close on new customers, maintaining and managing your pipeline of opportunities, coordinating with Operations on completion of work, while managing customer expectations.
4. As Account Manager of your assigned accounts, you will be their trusted advisor, and the prime contact on all their HVAC/R needs, from budgeting capital requirements to assisting with replacement versus repair decision. As Account Manager you own the customer relationship and are directly responsible for coordinating and communicating internally to advocate for the customer and externally setting, managing, and meeting customer expectations.
5. Providing timely and clear feedback to the Company’s management regarding, business opportunities, competitive threats, and customer expectations/issues.
6. Developing a thorough understanding and knowledge of:
a. The Company’s products and service offerings.
b. The Company’s competition within assigned territory(s).
c. You’re assigned Accounts’ unique needs, requirements and issues.
d. The business drivers and critical success factors in your assigned accounts to meet/exceed your annual quota.

Essential Technical Skills:

Requires the understanding of HVACR systems and the ability to read and interpret HVACR mechanical, electrical, and piping specifications and project design prints to determine job scope of work requirements.

Education/Training Requirements:Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from an accredited educational institution or proven on-the-job experience and training. Preferably previous experience working for a commercial HVACR contractor.

Performance Factors:

1. Driven for success; competitive, goal orientated, and results driven
2. Solid HVACR technical background
3. Self-confident, detail oriented, thoughtful and organized
4. Elevated capacity to learn and grow
5. Excellent communication skills
6. Strong relationship building and business development skills
7. Ability to thrive in a fast paced team setting
8. Passion for solving problems and closing

Why LC Anderson:

1. Excellent reputation and culture that values, develops and empowers employees to succeed.
2. Excellent income potential.
3. Superior health and insurance benefits package.
4. Career growth and advancement opportunities.
5. Ongoing training.
6. State-of-the art technical support provided (e.g. Laptop, phone and software).
7. Large full-service Company with extensive capabilities.
8. Experienced management team for coaching, counseling, and mentoring.

LC Anderson, Inc., the trusted name in commercial HVAC/R systems installation and service to Boston and Eastern Massachusetts, is looking for a customer focused, result driven, detail-oriented, and very organized Commercial Service Sales Coordinator. This position is responsible for providing cost effective and timely HVAC/R customer service and sales support; lead generation, develop equipment lists, solicit subcontractor quotes to assist Sales Engineer with creating Planned Maintenance Agreements (PMAs) and Replacement proposals for our commercial clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts. The primary objective is to increase profitable sales by providing superior customer solutions, service, and support. Our people set us apart and we recognize, reinforce and reward performance. If you are “in it to win it” and want to join a successful team that is committed to each other and our customers, then please contact us.

Our Commitment: We create a safe and comfortable environment by solving problems and building lasting relationships where people matter most.

Our Legacy: We will leave a legacy as the ultimate solutions provider and destination for top talent in the markets we serve.

Compensation: $55,000-75,000 base salary based on experience, excellent benefits plus a generous annual performance bonus.

Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities:

1. Assisting in developing Planned Maintenance Agreements (PMAs) Proposals
2. Assisting in developing Replacement Proposals
3. Creating Projects in Business Process Software / Purchase Orders:
4. Create Job Writeups
5. Approve Invoices
6. Updating Business Process Software Information for Clarification
7. Managing all Shared File Information between Sales and Operations
8. Lead generation: converting targets to prospects and scheduling appointments for our Sales Engineers

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Business software and Microsoft Excel, Word & Power Point.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in data entry.
• Proven success in Customer Service, Inside Sales, Operations or similar role.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

Why LC Anderson:

1. Excellent reputation and culture that values, develops and empowers employees to succeed.
2. Excellent income potential.
3. Superior health and insurance benefits package.
4. Career growth and advancement opportunities.
5. Ongoing training.
6. State-of-the art technical support provided (e.g. Laptop, phone and software).
7. Large full-service Company with extensive capabilities.
8. Experienced management team for coaching, counseling, and mentoring.

We are looking for an experienced Licensed Plumber/Pipefitter to join our growing Installation team. Property managers, facility managers, building owners and GC’s throughout Eastern Massachusetts have trusted LC Anderson to design, build and service their HVACR systems since 1943. In this role, you and your Apprentice(s) will coordinate and execute L.C. Anderson piping and boiler installation projects as assigned.

Our Commitment: We create a safe and comfortable environment by solving problems and building lasting relationships where people matter most

Our Legacy: We will leave a legacy as the ultimate solutions provider and destination for top talent in the markets we serve

Pay Range: $45-55/hour based on experience.

Qualifications: 

• Current driver’s license and clean driving record
• Current Massachusetts Sheet Metal License
• OSHA-10 and/or 30 hour class
• High school diploma or equivalent

Key Competencies: 

• Minimum 5 yrs of commercial boiler installation/modification experience
• MA Plumbing/Pipefitting license a must
• OSHA 10 Certified 
• Ability to plan, estimate, order material, and execute commercial boiler installation and replacements with minimal oversight
• Problem solver and results driven
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 
• Self-starter and collaborative team member 
• Clean driving record 
• Able to pass drug screen and background check
• Assist in estimating new work, when required
• Perform any other task which may be required, as directed by Installation Manager
• Assist other departments when required

Benefits: 

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Reports to: Installation Manager

Schedule: Full-time, 8 hour shifts

Supplemental pay types: Bonus pay

Education: High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience: Commercial plumbing: 5 years (Preferred)