Estimator

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Supplemental Insurance

Career Advancement

EAP

Job summary

Himmel’s Architectural Door and Hardware in Dallas is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. You will perform take-offs, review drawings and specs, and prepare precise proposals for door and hardware packages across commercial projects.

Responsibilities include inputting data into Comsense, communicating with customers, vendors, and architects, and following up bids to ensure scope and price meet client needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Excellent oral & written communication skills.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook & Bluebeam.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment both independently and in a team.
• Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Perform take-offs, identify drawings and details, and review specifications.
• Identify door and hardware products that meet project requirements and provide competitive value.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and architects to ensure best solutions.
• Input door, frame, and hardware data into estimating software (Comsense).
• Provide clear proposals and follow-up on bids to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Plan reading

Communication

Mathematical aptitude

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Tools

Comsense

Pro-tech

Excel

Word

Outlook

Bluebeam

Job description

Job descriptionCompany OverviewFor over 40 years, Himmel’s Architectural Door and Hardware has provided quality products and services in the commercial door and architectural specialties industry. Himmel’s is a growing organization with locations in New Orleans, Prairieville, Houston, and Nashville. We pride ourselves as the door-opening experts, not simply a construction material supplier. Our family-owned and operated company is currently seeking an Estimator to join our team at our Dallas Location!The Estimating Department is the lifeline of our growing business. This position is scheduled Monday -Thursday 7am – 4:30pm and Friday 7am – 3:30pm with occasional overtime required.Job ResponsibilitiesPerform take-offs, identify relevant drawings and details, and review specifications.Identify door and hardware products that give us a competitive advantage while still meeting the requirements of the project.Efficiently communicate and work with customers, vendors, and architects to be sure we are providing the best solution to meet the project's needs.Accurately input door, frame, and hardware info into estimating software (Comsense).Provide a clear and precise proposal to the customer.Follow-up on all bids to ensure the customer is happy with the scope and price.PreferredExperience reading plans & specifications.Experience using industry-specific estimating software (Comsense or Pro-tech).Familiar with Construction IndustryRequirementsMust be at least 18 years of age.Excellent oral & written communication skills.Proficient computer skills including Excel, Word, Outlook & Bluebeam.Excellent mathematical aptitude & problem-solving skills.Ability to effectively perform in an advanced, fast-paced environment both individually as well as part of a team.Needs to be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, positive and helpful demeanor, and excellent customer service skills.Must pass drug and alcohol screen and successfully complete random screens.BenefitsCompetitive compensation and bonuses.Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance.Company-paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability.120 hours of paid time off per year and paid holidaysSupplemental/Voluntary Insurance – Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability.Advancement Opportunity to grow your career.Professional & Personal Development OpportunitiesAccess to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Job Type: Full-timeSalary: From $65,000.00 per year401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offVision insuranceSchedule:8-hour shiftDay shiftMonday to FridaySupplemental pay types:Bonus payEducation:Bachelor's (Preferred)Experience:Construction Estimating: 3 years (RequiredWork Location: One locationEqual opportunityEqual access to programs, services and employment opportunities is available to all persons without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and/or local law.In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or applicable state and local laws, applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the application and/or interview process should notify the Human Resources Department. Examples of reasonable accommodations include making a change to the application process; providing written materials in an alternate format such as braille, large print, or audio recording; using a sign language interpreter; using specialized equipment; or modifying testing conditions.