Commercial Flooring Estimator

gpac; Portland (OR); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) or retirement plan

Résumé du poste

gpac LLC. is seeking a skilled Commercial Flooring Estimator to join their Portland, OR team.

The role focuses on delivering accurate, competitive estimates for commercial flooring projects by interpreting plans, specs, and bid documents, and by conducting detailed takeoffs for labor, materials, and installation requirements. The position emphasizes collaboration with contractors, architects, and suppliers, maintaining margins, and supporting pre-bid activities and project budgets.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform accurate material and labor takeoffs.
• Skill in reading architectural plans and specifications.

Responsabilités

• Prepare accurate estimates and proposals for commercial flooring projects.
• Review drawings, specifications, finish schedules, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed flooring takeoffs for labor, materials, and installation requirements.
• Analyze project scopes and identify risks and clarifications.
• Obtain and evaluate pricing from material and subcontractors.
• Develop competitive pricing to maintain gross margins.
• Prepare bid proposals and supporting documentation.
• Communicate with general contractors, architects, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Issue RFIs for plan clarifications and manage bid deadlines.
• Review addenda and incorporate changes into estimates.

Connaissances

Takeoffs

Reading drawings

Estimating accuracy

Excel

Communication

Outils

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Description du poste

A leading Commercial Flooring Contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Flooring Estimator to join their team and provide accurate, competitive estimates for commercial flooring projects. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of commercial flooring materials and installation methods, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to interpret plans, specifications, and bid documents. This is an amazing opportunity for an individual who is looking to grow their career with a respected company within the flooring industry.

Commercial Flooring Estimator Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates and proposals for commercial flooring projects.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, finish schedules, and bid documents.
• Perform detailed flooring takeoffs for labor, materials, accessories, and installation requirements.
• Analyze project scopes and identify potential risks, exclusions, and areas requiring clarification.
• Obtain and evaluate material and subcontractor pricing.
• Develop competitive pricing while maintaining targeted gross margins.
• Prepare bid proposals and supporting documentation.
• Communicate with general contractors, architects, suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors to clarify project requirements.
• Issue RFIs and obtain clarification when plans or specifications are incomplete or conflicting.
• Track bid deadlines and manage multiple estimates simultaneously.
• Review addenda and incorporate changes into estimates before bid submission.
• Assist the sales and project-management teams with budgets, value engineering, and change-order pricing.
• Maintain organized records of estimates, takeoffs, vendor quotes, and bid documents.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, job walks, and project turnover meetings as needed.
• Develop and maintain a database of material, labor, and installation costs.
• Stay current on commercial flooring products, installation methods, manufacturer requirements, and industry pricing trends.

Commercial Flooring Estimator Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of commercial flooring products, including carpet tile, broadloom, LVT, VCT, sheet vinyl, rubber, ceramic/porcelain tile, polished concrete, and related systems.
• Proven ability to perform accurate material and labor takeoffs.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, drawings, specifications, and finish schedules.
• Understanding of commercial flooring installation methods and labor requirements.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to identify discrepancies in project documents.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating/project-management software.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance-based bonuses or incentives.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) or retirement plan.

If you are an experienced commercial flooring estimator who understands the details behind a successful bid and takes pride in producing accurate, competitive estimates, we want to hear from you.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.