Commercial Roofing Estimator

Paragon Roofing•Dallas, TX

15h

About The Position

The Commercial Roofing Estimator prepares estimates and bids for commercial roofing projects involving a variety of roofing systems. The role works with clients, project managers, purchasing, management, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders to develop accurate project pricing and evaluate bids. The estimator attends job walks, measures and documents roof-site variables, and may need to visit a project site multiple times. Candidates should be hands-on, team-oriented, coachable, and willing to learn commercial roofing or continue developing their expertise. Travel is required.

Requirements

Fluent knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Knowledge of office administrative procedures and standard office equipment.
Ability to write effective reports, proposals, and business correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively 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 a diverse client and customer base.
Ability to work from blueprints and drawing specifications.
Must be a team player and coachable.
Solid communication skills.

Responsibilities

Attend job walks, measure roof areas, and document site variables; make multiple site visits when needed.
Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare material, fabrication labor, construction labor, project pricing, and bid estimates.
Prepare itemized lists, summaries, and bid abstracts.
Calculate cost factors and prepare estimates for planning, scheduling, bidding, vendor or subcontractor selection, and cost-effectiveness decisions.
Consult with subcontractors, vendors, and other individuals to formulate estimates and resolve issues.
Work with Project Managers, Purchasing, and Management to prepare and evaluate bids.
Organize and manage a centralized cost-estimating database and formal estimating process, ensuring historical data is used.
Identify cost trends to support cost reduction and process improvement.
Maintain a complete understanding of manufacturer product warranties.
Estimate prices for change orders on existing contracts.
Attend pre-construction, bid, and pre-qualification meetings.
Maintain positive relationships with property and facilities managers, general contractors, and manufacturer representatives.