Commercial Roofing Estimator

Description


Position at Tecta South Florida


With 30+ years of experience, Tecta America South Florida is a leading commercial roofing contractor serving Miami and Deerfield Beach. Our 100+ professionals specialize in repairing and replacing all types of commercial, industrial, and institutional roofing. As part of the Tecta America network, we prioritize safety and quality, making us the top choice for roofing services in South Florida.

We are actively seeking a Commercial Roofing Estimator for Deerfield Beach location.

The Estimator will prepare 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. This position reports to the Operating Unit President.

Job Functions:

• 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:

• Estimating experience with Edge highly preferred
• Detail-Oriented and quality focused
• Problem Solving Ability with the ability to manage difficult customers
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or other spreadsheet program, including strong analytical abilities
• Superior listening and communications skills
• Ability to speak, read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and policy documents, as well as converse comfortably with associates
• High School or equivalent, college degree preferred
• Previous roofing contracting experience
• Bilingual - Spanish a plus
• Math proficiency
• Ability to read blueprints
• Knowledge of business and management principles
• Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment

Tecta America South Florida, a Tecta America Company, offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, etc