Construction Estimator

Kalkreuth-Roofing-; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal in Lexington, KY is seeking a construction estimator to price projects, takeoffs, and analyze costs. You will obtain quotes from vendors and ensure scopes meet project needs, attending meetings with customers and team members.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of construction estimating experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and strong organizational and time-management skills. This role offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of construction estimating experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction cost estimates by taking offs and analyzing costs.
• Obtain quotes from vendors/subcontractors ensuring scopes meet project needs.
• Attend meetings with customers, professionals, suppliers and team members.
• Field measure and take core samples on existing buildings.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintain quality service by following company standards.
• Document actions and needs to maintain continuity among teams.

Skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kalkreuth Roofing and Sheet Metal is one of the top 10 roofing contractors in the country and strives to maintain a progressive vision for the future. Kalkreuth specializes in complex commercial exterior envelope applications in various markets throughout the country. The company boasts an extensive project portfolio including clients in the automotive, chemical, government, education and healthcare industries. With a wealth of resources and an extensive construction industry network, Kalkreuth has the capabilities to complete any project according to specifications.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepares construction cost estimates by doing takeoffs and analyzing all costs associated with the work.
• Obtains quotes from vendors and subcontractors and ensures that scopes and qualifications meet project needs.
• Attends meetings and speaks with customers, professionals, suppliers and team members.
• Field measure and take core samples on existing buildings.
• Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintains quality service by following organization standards.
• Maintains continuity among corporate, division, and local work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies.
• Research upcoming projects
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1- 3 years of construction estimating experience
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability (Short and Long Term Disability)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.