Lead Commercial Flooring Estimator

Lead Commercial Flooring Estimator

FLOORING & WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS - MULTI-UNIT CONDOMINIUM CONSTRUCTION

Location

South Florida (Doral on-site)

Job Type

Full-Time

Reports To

Ownership / Project Executive

Compensation

$80,000 to $90,000 Plus Bonuses

THE OPPORTUNITY

We're a growing flooring contractor specializing in multi-unit condominium construction, bidding tile, LVP, carpet, stone, and waterproofing systems for showers and common-area finishes. We're looking for a Head Estimator to own our bid pipeline from takeoff through contract award — someone who can price a project accurately, protect our margins, and hand off a budget the field team can actually execute. This is a high-visibility role with direct access to ownership and real influence over which projects we pursue and how we win them.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

- Produce bids personally from day one and later help rebuild the department

- Read architectural, finish, and specification drawings to scope tile, LVP, carpet, stone, and waterproofing/shower-system work across condominium units and common areas.

- Produce accurate material and labor quantity takeoffs using estimating software.

- Build complete cost estimates from current material pricing, labor rates, and subcontractor quotes.

- Solicit and qualify vendor and subcontractor pricing, and negotiate to keep bids competitive.

- Assemble clear, client-ready proposals with scope, inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions spelled out.

- Advise ownership on bid strategy — when to bid aggressively, hold firm, or pass on a project.

- Hand off awarded projects to the Project Manager with a clean, phase-by-phase budget.

- Price change orders and additional work after award with the same accuracy as the original bid.

- Maintain a unit-cost history from completed projects to sharpen future bids.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

- 4+ years of estimating experience in flooring, estimating high-rise, mid-rise and garden style

- Ability to read and take off architectural and finish plans independently.

- Proficiency with estimating/takeoff software and advanced Excel skills.

- Working knowledge of tile, LVP, carpet, stone, and waterproofing/shower-system installation methods and labor productivity rates.

- Sharp attention to detail — comfortable cross-checking quantities and catching errors before they reach a bid.

- Experience managing multiple concurrent bids under deadline pressure.

- Must be fluent in English

NICE TO HAVE

- Familiarity with South Florida building codes and permitting

- Bilingual (English/Spanish).

- Industry credentials such as CFI (Certified Flooring Installer/Inspector) or a construction management background.

- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites for walks and measurements.

- Strong vendor and subcontractor negotiation skills.

WHY JOIN US

- A steady pipeline of multi-unit condominium projects — not scrambling for the next job.

- Direct line to ownership;
your pricing and strategy calls carry real weight.

- A lean team with room to build and own the estimating process your way.

- 401k 50% match up to 8% of salary, 401k Profit sharing, Dental & Vision Insurance