Commercial Roofing Estimator

Jobot; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Collaborative leadership team

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Commercial Roofing Estimator in Los Angeles to develop budgets, prepare bids, and conduct quantity takeoffs for re-roofing, maintenance, and asset management projects. You will support preconstruction efforts and work with a team on complex, high-profile roofing opportunities.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of commercial roofing estimating experience, strong knowledge of roofing systems, and proficiency with Excel and estimating software.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of commercial roofing estimating experience.
• Experience with re-roofing, service, maintenance, and replacements.
• Ability to read plans and technical documents.
• Proficiency in labor, material pricing and project costing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and proposals for commercial roofing projects.
• Review plans, specs, and site conditions to price accurately.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations.
• Develop budgets for re-roofing, repairs, waterproofing, and restoration.
• Coordinate with operations to ensure accurate scopes.

Skills

Estimating experience

Project costing

Bid development

Client relations

Tools

Microsoft Excel

The EDGE

AccuLynx

Roofr

Dataforma

Job description

Join a Large & growing PE backed Commercial Roofing Platform - looking to secure a strong Estimator because of growth!

Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 per year

A bit about us:

Join a rapidly growing commercial roofing contractor serving clients across multiple markets throughout the United States. Our team specializes in re-roofing, roof replacements, leak remediation, preventative maintenance programs, waterproofing, and ongoing facility asset management.

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Roofing Estimator to support our continued growth and help drive accurate, competitive, and profitable project opportunities.

Why join us?

• Competitive compensation package
• Strong project pipeline and backlog
• Stable and growing organization
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative leadership team
• Opportunity to work on complex and high-profile commercial roofing projects

Job Details

The Commercial Roofing Estimator will be responsible for developing budgets, preparing bids, performing quantity takeoffs, and supporting preconstruction efforts for commercial roofing projects. This role will focus heavily on re-roofing, service, maintenance, repairs, and roof asset management opportunities rather than large-scale new construction.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare detailed estimates and proposals for commercial roofing projects
• Review plans, specifications, reports, and site conditions to develop accurate project pricing
• Perform quantity takeoffs and material calculations
• Develop budgets for re-roofing, repairs, maintenance, waterproofing, and restoration projects
• Conduct site visits to evaluate existing roof conditions and project scope
• Solicit and analyze subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Work closely with operations teams to ensure scopes are accurate and executable
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving solutions
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, vendors, and manufacturers
• Assist in contract reviews, scope development, and project handoffs
• Support business development efforts by providing timely and competitive proposals

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of commercial roofing estimating experience
• Strong understanding of re-roofing, service, maintenance, and roof replacement projects
• Knowledge of TPO, PVC, EPDM, modified bitumen, BUR, coatings, metal roofing, and waterproofing systems
• Experience reading plans, specifications, and technical documents
• Strong understanding of labor production rates, material pricing, and project costing
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating software
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with The EDGE, AccuLynx, Roofr, Dataforma, or similar roofing software
• Knowledge of manufacturer systems and warranty requirements
• Experience estimating maintenance agreements and service repair work
• Background working for a commercial roofing contractor

This position is ideal for an estimator who enjoys the fast-paced nature of re-roofing, service, and maintenance work. The successful candidate will have a strong technical understanding of commercial roofing systems, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to produce accurate, profitable estimates while supporting long-term client relationships.

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