Estimator - Roofing

Niles Enterprises; Fenton (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Niles Enterprises is seeking an Estimator to organize estimating activities for specific projects, build relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients, and compile complete project estimates under the COO's supervision.

The role emphasizes bid analysis, project setup, and hand-off activities to Project Managers, with a focus on accurate cost modeling and timely bid execution within the construction industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Three (3) years+ of estimating both competitive bid projects as well as conceptual budgeting for projects within the construction industry.
• Thorough knowledge of the construction industry with familiarity of building codes, laws, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings, specs, proposals and bid documents to establish bid items and scope.
• Coordinate with vendors and subs; prepare take-offs and bid summaries.
• Assemble proposal documents and review complete bid breakdown with Chief Estimator.

Skills

Estimating experience

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Estimating software

Microsoft Office

Advanced Excel

Job description

Mission Statement: Unlocking potential while protecting your most critical assets.

Core Values: Care Trust Help (C.T.H.)

Summary Of Position

The Estimator organizes estimating activities of the specific projects as they relate to estimating and preconstruction activities. Estimators are responsible for developing and nurturing relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and clients. Estimators are ultimately responsible for compiling the complete estimate for specific projects assigned under the supervision of the COO.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Establishing Bid

• Review and analyze drawings, specifications, proposals, and other documents
• Prioritize and organize deadlines for bids
• Determine and develop project general conditions
• Determine vendors and subcontractors for a project
• Set up and attend pre-bid walk-throughs
• Identify all bid items
• Develop an invitation to bid
• Complete bid form

Project Set-Up

• Determine the appropriate bid divisions
• Obtain and distribute project bid documents
• Contact and communicate with vendors and subcontractors
• Prepare quantity take-off
• Prepare preconstruction schedule

Project Bidding

• Review plans and specifications and request any additional information
• Follow up with subcontractors, vendors, and material suppliers to ensure bid coverage
• Review and qualify submitted proposals
• Prepare detailed summaries of work
• Assemble the proposal documents
• Review the complete bid breakdown and proposal with the Chief Estimator

Project Award and Hand-Off

• Update and finalize Bid Book
• Perform Contract Review
• Prepare summaries of work
• Perform Estimator to Project Manager Handoff meeting
• Help the project manager throughout the project duration
• Assist with projects and assignments as requested by management

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• Thorough knowledge of the construction industry with familiarity of building codes, laws, and regulations
• Understanding financial practices and accounting policies
• Understanding computer-related programs
• Three (3) years+ of estimating both competitive bid projects as well as conceptual budgeting for projects within the construction industry
• Ability to have strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills with the ability to coordinate, manage, and direct others

Technical Skills

• Computer knowledge and proficiency in using estimating software
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Advanced Excel