Detailing & Estimating Manager

The Cook & Boardman Recruiting Team • Winston-Salem, NC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Join The Cook & Boardman Group, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.
At The Cook & Boardman Group, trust and communication are the foundation of how we work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here. Be part of a team that invests in your future, celebrates your success, and values your contribution.
Responsible for preconstruction support functions, including detailing, estimating, and central takeoff. Establishes plans and strategies to fully utilize the Comsense system and Bluebeam to efficiently detail projects. May be required to complete work individually as well as supervise a team of direct report employees. The Estimating Manager helps decide what projects to bid and assists in following up and closing work. He or she is responsible for hiring, training and supervising other Estimators. Use computer technology and mathematical skills in the formation of the estimate. Responsible for hiring, training and supervising other estimators.

Requirements

• 5+ years of related experience with the commercial door & hardware industry, required
• Excellent communication and problem solving and analytical skills
• Experience with Comsense.
• Experience with AutoCAD, BlueBeam and/or other related architectural software.
• Proficient computer skills; including Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam and Comsense
• Extensive knowledge of Doors, Frames, Door Hardware and able to effectively interpret specifications
• Exceptional Communication Skills – verbal and electronic
• Effective Team Player
• Successful candidate will be a self-starter, team player, deadline and goal oriented

Responsibilities

• Manage the preconstruction support functions of the Detailing and Estimating Departments
• Continue to execute and deliver total opening focus vs. departmental focus
• Develop and upgrade employee skillsets on Comsense, BlueBeam and AutoCAD utilization
• Detail and estimate projects as needed
• Maintain reports for tracking projects and production
• Assign projects to detailers.
• Set bid schedule and work week outline for estimating department
• Receives constructing plans, drawings and specifications and reviews for familiarization; checks for completeness; notes bid deadlines and any special requirements
• Responsible for costing all parts and scope of work
• Performance Management and Performance Reviews of Direct Reports
• Training of new and existing employees.
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
• Continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, our in-house development program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed