Lead Estimator - New Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team at Radco Roofing!

Are you a seeking an exciting opportunity to advance your career? Look no further! Radco Roofing, a well-established commercial roofing contractor company, is on the lookout for a talented and experienced Lead Estimator to join our team.

At Radco Roofing, we specialize in commercial and industrial roof construction and exterior building maintenance. With a strong commitment to quality workmanship and customer satisfaction, we've earned a stellar reputation as a leader in the roofing industry. Join us at Radco Roofing, where you'll have the chance to showcase your skills, collaborate with a dynamic team, and contribute to the success of projects that make a significant impact in our community.

Lead Estimator

Position Overview

The Lead Estimator is responsible for managing the estimating department while maintaining direct involvement in estimate development and review. This role combines leadership and technical expertise to ensure accurate, timely, and competitive bids while supporting the department’s processes, goals, and key performance indicators (KPIs). The Lead Estimator plays a critical role in understanding client needs and delivering tailored roofing solutions that build trust, confidence, and long-term relationships, while maintaining accountability for both individual and departmental performance.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Oversee daily coordination of the estimating department, including assigning and reviewing workloads.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to estimators while maintaining personal estimating responsibilities.
• Assist in developing departmental goals, objectives, and KPIs, monitor progress, and share results with management.
• Promote best practices, consistency, and continuous improvement within the estimating function.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align estimating efforts with company objectives.
• Serve as a technical leader and mentor to the estimating team, providing guidance on plans and specs review, new construction estimating methodologies, and documentation standards.

Client Engagement

• Actively listen to clients to identify their needs and propose effective solutions.
• Establish and maintain trust and rapport with prospective and existing clients.
• Qualify prospects to confirm authority and ability to make purchasing decisions.
• Clearly communicate Radco’s services, capabilities, and areas of expertise.
• Maintain a consistent prospecting process to build and sustain a strong project pipeline.

Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately maintain all required information within the CRM system for reporting and documentation purposes.
• Review and approve estimates and proposals prepared by the team before submission to clients.
• Obtain management approval prior to delivering final proposals to clients.
• Ensure all technical documentation are complete, accurate, and compliant with contract documents and project specifications.

Estimating & Project Preparation

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for new construction commercial roofing projects, with a strong emphasis on plans and specifications based bidding.
• Review project plans, specifications, and bid documents to identify requirements, risks, and opportunities.
• Perform comprehensive reviews of architectural and structural drawings specifications, addenda, and bid documents to ensure full scope coverage, accuracy and compliance.
• Solicit, evaluate, and negotiate subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure competitiveness.
• Ensure estimates are accurate, complete, and submitted on time.
• Prepare and submit complete turnover packages for Operations, including all contract documents, vendor quotes, manufacturer pre-installation notices, submittals, and change orders.
• Produce required submittals and ensure all documentation meets project specifications and client requirements.
• Maintain current knowledge of market conditions, material pricing, and industry trends.
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor project progress.
• Perform final client meetings to deliver warranties and promote maintenance agreements for completed projects.

Process Improvement

• Develop and implement standardized estimating procedures, templates, and tools.
• Monitor and analyze bid outcomes to refine accuracy and competitiveness.
• Introduce technology and software solutions that enhance departmental efficiency.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of estimating experience, with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Extensive background in commercial roofing with demonstrated experience estimating new construction projects based on plans and specifications.
• Proven ability to balance personal estimating responsibilities with providing guidance and coordination for a small team.
• Proficiency with estimating software and MS Office Suite; familiarity with CRM and project management tools is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Physical capability to carry and climb ladders, work confidently on rooftops, take core samples, and thoroughly document roof conditions and measurements.

Local candidates are preferred.  

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation and generous PTO
• 401-K contribution match
• Healthcare benefits including health, dental, vision, life, LT & ST Disability, and more. 

Radco Core Values:

Self-Motivated: Energetically pursues the completion of tasks with minimal direction from others

Take Ownership: Take responsibility for tasks and pursue resolution of problems. Own the solution, not merely the problem.

Customer Oriented: Nothing less than industry leading customer service is acceptable

Collaborative: Adaptable, engaged, and coachable team player who works with others to provide an exceptional product

Passionate: Demonstrates the desire and work ethic to achieve goals and objectives

Integrity: Can be counted on to fulfill the goals of the organization with honesty and professionalism

Pursuit of Improvement: Never settles for the status quo and energetically pursues a better process that delivers the best possible results

Radco provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.