Estimator - Commercial Paint
About The Position
An established commercial painting organization is seeking an experienced Commercial Painting Estimator for an in-office role in Raleigh, North Carolina. The position involves preparing accurate, competitive estimates and detailed bids for commercial painting projects, as well as developing client relationships that help convert bids into awarded work. Approximately 30% of the role involves client interaction and business development. The estimator will work with General Contractors, commercial clients, project partners, operations, and project management teams. The role includes reviewing project documents, attending pre-bid meetings and jobsite walkthroughs, following up on bids, and communicating about scope, pricing, clarifications, exclusions, and potential changes. The organization offers a collaborative environment focused on learning, accountability, and professional development.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of commercial painting estimating experience.
- Strong understanding of commercial painting scopes, materials, labor, and project requirements.
- Proven track record of estimating and winning commercial painting work.
- Experience managing a significant volume of bids.
- Proven ability to generate approximately $6 million or more in awarded work annually.
- Strong understanding of bid strategy, hit rates, pricing, and competitive positioning.
- Experience working directly with General Contractors and commercial clients.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Comfort attending client meetings, pre-bid walkthroughs, networking events, and jobsites.
- Proactive, responsive, and highly organized approach, with the ability to follow through and build long-term professional relationships.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with commercial painting estimating software, particularly On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Quick Bid, Bluebeam, BuzzBid, or similar platforms.
- Commercial painting estimating experience is strongly preferred over estimating experience in another construction trade.
Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and competitive estimates for commercial painting projects.
- Review architectural plans, specifications, scopes of work, and project requirements.
- Develop detailed bids and proposals for commercial painting projects.
- Manage a high volume of estimating activity while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Build and maintain relationships with General Contractors, clients, and project partners.
- Attend pre-bid meetings, jobsite walkthroughs, networking events, and client meetings.
- Follow up on bids and work with clients to understand project needs and improve the likelihood of winning work.
- Communicate with clients regarding scope, pricing, clarifications, exclusions, and potential changes.
- Identify opportunities to increase project value through client relationships and follow-through.
- Work with operations and project management teams to support a successful transition from estimating to awarded work.
- Stay proactive with clients and General Contractors throughout the bidding process.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Professional growth and development
- Learning and mentorship opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
