Estimator

Commercial Roofing Estimator
Progressive Roofing is growing our Dallas team and we are looking to find our next great estimator!

Position Summary:
We are looking for a professional individual that is willing to jump in and work with our team and clients to help provide estimates. We work with a variety of different roofing systems and on commercial properties. As one of the nations leading commercial roofing companies we see a wide range of projects throughout the year. For this position we are needing someone that is hands on and open to learning about commercial roofing or if you have experience in this space, open to continuing to perfect your skillset. 

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as outlined above. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Fluent knowledge of a variety of computer software applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.
• Knowledge of office administrative procedures and knowledge of use and operation of standard office equipment.
• Ability to write highly effective reports, proposals, and business correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from employees, managers, and customers.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Willingness to travel and work with diverse client/customer base.
• Attend job walks and prepare take-off off by measuring, noting all variables of the roof site. This may require multiple visits to the actual project site.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be a team player and coachable
• Solid communication skills
• All candidates considered for this position must be fluent in Microsoft Office suite software.

• Solid knowledge to analyze blueprints, specification interpretations, proposals, and other documentation to prepare material quotes, fabrication labor and construction labor requirement quotes, project pricing, and bid abstracts. Prepare itemized lists and summaries.
• Compute cost factors and prepare estimates used for management purposes such as planning, organizing, scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors and/or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness.
• Consult with subcontractors, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Work with Project Managers, Purchasing, and Management as needed in the preparation and final evaluation of bids.
• Organize and manage a centralized cost estimating database and a formal process to support cost estimating to ensure historical data is utilized.
• Identify cost trends to assist management in cost reduction and processes of improvement.
• Complete understanding of manufacturer product warranties.
• Estimate prices on change orders on existing contracts.
• Attend pre-construction and bid/pre-qualification meetings.
• Ability to work from blueprints and drawing specifications.
• Maintain a positive rapport with property and facilities managers, general contractors, and manufacturer’s representatives.

• Competitive wages 
• Use of company vehicle and cell phone
• Great health insurance options
  • Medical, dental, vision
• 401K
• Company paid short-term disability.
• Company-paid life Insurance
• Earned PTO, and more!

***Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify Employer***
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