Commercial Roofing Estimator

Commercial Roofing EstimatorPrepare cost estimates for roofing projects, services and submit bids to contractors and private clients. Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates. The Estimator will specialize in roofing service performed and specific types of roofing products manufactured.Provide comprehensive support to sales and project teams by effectively communicating and responding to customer needs. Serve as a resource for sales and project teams, by providing information, answering questions and assisting local contacts with questions and concerns.Plan, organize, and establish objectives and goals for duties assigned. Estimate job costs and submit proposals for review. Create/request show drawings; write submittal letters. Obtain product data sheets, samples, etc. Utilize bid log to track own bids and total bids closed. Ensure processes are followed from pre-bid until handoff meeting. Draft proposals to general contractors, private clients, and other customers. Be accountable for your own goals, decisions, and bids. Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services, tracking actual costs relative to bids as the project develops. Consult with clients, vendors, personnel in other departments or construction foremen to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates. Prepare estimates for use in selecting vendors or subcontractors. Prepare and maintain a directory of suppliers, contractors and subcontractors. Additional responsibilities as assigned. Field customer requests and questions pre job. Cooperate with Project Management, Service, and Office Departments. Assist in budget development for operations.Knowledge, Skills & Experience (Essential)High School Diploma or equivalent, college preferred3-5 years of roofing estimating experienceEdge Estimating Software preferredProblem Solving Ability with the ability to manage difficult customersProficiency with Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet program, including strong analytical abilitiesDocumentation SkillsSuperior Listening and Communications SkillsAbility to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with associatesKnowledge, Skills & Experience (Desirable)Bachelor's degreePrevious roofing contracting experienceBilingual SpanishMath proficiencyStrong negotiating skillsAbility to read blueprintsKnowledge of business and management principlesPreferred candidate must be able to multitask in a fast paced environmentKey CompetenciesSuperb communication skillsConstruction and roofing industry experienceSound problem assessment and problem-solving skillsWell organized; adept at planning work and managing timeExtreme attention to detail and high level of accuracyInitiative and integrityAdaptabilityWillingness to learnTeamwork and collaborationOccupational Health and SafetyEmployees are responsible and accountable for compliance with workplace policies and procedures for risk identification, risk assessment and risk controlActive participation in activities associated with the management of workplace health and safetyIdentification and reporting of health and safety risks, accidents, incidents, injuries and property damage at the workplaceCorrect utilization of appropriate personal protective equipmentWorking ConditionsPhysical surroundings: Office and field environment with typical office machines and exposure to noise and temperature as well as exposure to typical hazards of jobsite, including ladders, construction materials, etc.Physical Effort: Climb ladders to assess roofs, extensive sitting, standing, walking. Repetitive keying, typing. Occasional lifting not to exceed 50 poundsDomestic/International Travel: Local, for purposes of visiting customers and reviewing needs onsite. Extensive Hours: Not subject to overtime