Construction Sales Estimator

Summit Reconstruction•Tigard, OR

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Summit Reconstruction & Restoration is seeking an experienced Construction Sales Estimator to join their team. This role is a blend of estimating and sales, requiring the candidate to identify opportunities, develop estimates, sell rebuild projects, and collaborate with production teams for successful project completion. The company specializes in restoration and reconstruction for commercial, multifamily, and residential properties in Oregon and Washington, focusing on building envelope restoration, construction defect repair, major rehabilitation, and damage restoration. Summit Reconstruction & Restoration emphasizes integrity, collaboration, diversity, and craftsmanship, investing in employee growth and a culture of safety and professionalism.

Requirements

4+ years of experience preparing estimates using Xactimate.
4+ years of construction experience.
3+ years of construction project management experience.
Experience in commercial, multifamily, restoration, reconstruction, or related construction.
Experience working directly with clients and property management organizations.
Demonstrated ability to sell construction or reconstruction projects.
Strong Xactimate estimating skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, scopes of work, and project documentation.
Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and labor requirements.
Working knowledge of carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, and general building construction.
Ability to develop accurate scopes of work and project budgets.
Proficiency with Google Workspace.
Strong organization and documentation skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Confident and professional client-facing presence.
Ability to establish trust and build long-term customer relationships.
Strong negotiation and sales skills.
Ability to communicate project scope, expectation, schedules, and changes clearly.
Comfortable directing internal crews and subcontractors.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Self-motivated and accountable with the ability to work independently.
Must be able to pass a background check and reference check.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Ability to travel locally to jobsites, client properties, and meetings as needed.
Ability to work in an office, construction site, and field environment.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with large regional or national multifamily property management organizations is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients and construction projects.
Develop and maintain relationships with property managers, facility managers, adjusters, subcontractors, and other key industry contacts.
Identify and pursue new reconstruction and rebuild opportunities.
Build relationships with commercial and multifamily property management organizations.
Take project handoffs from mitigation teams and identify opportunities for reconstruction services.
Conduct property inspections, site visits, and project walkthroughs.
Evaluate damage and existing conditions to develop accurate scopes of work.
Prepare detailed construction estimates using Xactimate.
Develop proposals and present project solutions to clients.
Follow-up on estimates and actively work to close projects.
Coordinate with clients and internal teams regarding project scope, budget, schedule, and expectations.
Manage sold projects from estimating and contract through completion and closeout.
Coordinate and direct internal crews and subcontractors.
Monitor project budgets, labor, materials, and production schedules.
Help ensure projects are completed profitably, on schedule, and to client's expectations.
Communicate changes, challenges, and project needs to clients and leadership.
Maintain accurate project documentation and estimating records.
Assist with developing and maintaining subcontractor relationships.
Identify opportunities to improve customer experience, project profitability, and operational efficiency.