Construction Estimator / Sales
5 months ago
El Mirage
Job Description Overview We are seeking an experienced Construction Estimator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in estimating & sales as it relates to residential remodels, cabinetry and millwork. The Estimator will be responsible for creating scope of work, quantity take-offs, managing budgets and project costs. They will also need to possess strong communication skills to collaborate with clients, contractors, and team members. Responsibilities • Prior experience in remodel estimating is mandatory, • Daily review of incoming leads. Follow up on submitted bids., • Schedule pre-production meeting with Project Manager, Project Coordinator and General Manager, • Preliminary review with management to ensure that job is an appropriate fit, • Review plans, specifications and/or drawings in detail to determine scope of work, • Formulate detailed tabulation of all cabinet, millwork, accessory and lighting items, • Prior experience in sales in construction is a plus, • Working knowledge of residential remodeling, cabinetry design, architectural and interior design drawings, and specifications, • Provide detailed estimates that can range from interior millwork, custom cabinets, countertops, cabinet lighting, framing, drywall, paint, electrical, plumbing, • Review company catalog and cost groups for accurate bidding. Actively maintain and update estimating software, • Solicit subcontractor and supplier bids to bid projects accordingly, • Assist with review of proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate, • Present and explain estimates to clients, highlighting the benefit and value of our services, • Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work; preparing bids; selecting vendors or subcontractors; and determining cost effectiveness, • Participate in pre-bid meetings, bid strategy and presentation meetings as requested, • Work with individuals in the organization to obtain support and commitment of the cost estimates, • Collaborate and build relationships with partners, vendors, and contractors, • Participate in cost trend analyses to assist management in cost reduction and process improvement efforts, • Exercise initiative or as directed, perform additional duties to meet the needs of the organization, • Learning and maintaining industry knowledge of new materials, trends, suppliers, and building codes, • Field tasks include measurements, taking photos, meeting with clients, vendors, subcontractors, troubleshooting and walkthroughs, • Working knowledge of construction trade practices sufficient to be able to make educated decisions in case of incomplete and/or inaccurate source documentation, • Highly motivated to bring in new projects and clients, • Physical Demands: Physical demands for this position are moderate. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to do the work. However, there may be walking, standing, bending or lifting of moderately heavy (25-50pounds) items. The work may require specific but common physical characteristics and abilities such as above average agility and dexterity, • Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications, • Excellent calculation of millwork/cabinet estimates, and manufacturing knowledge, • Exceptional communication, sales and people skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office, • Ability to manage and handle multiple priorities and tasks efficiently, • Professional oral and written communication skills, • Ability and willingness to make timely decisions while exhibiting sound judgment, • Excellent customer service skills, • Must be reliable and detail oriented, • Committed work ethic and a positive and cooperative attitude, • In-depth understanding of construction processes, materials, and costs. Familiarity with relevant building codes and regulations, • Experience in BuilderTrend software is a plus