Senior Commercial Flooring Estimator | Growth & Impact

gpac; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses or incentives

Health benefits

401(k)

Job summary

gpac is seeking an experienced Commercial Flooring Estimator to join their team in the Buffalo area. You will prepare accurate estimates for commercial flooring projects, review drawings and specs, perform takeoffs, and manage multiple bids.

Ideal candidates have knowledge of carpet tile, LVT, VCT, and installation methods; strong math and Excel skills; ability to read plans; collaborate with contractors and suppliers; and maintain organized bid documentation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial flooring estimating experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of commercial flooring products and installation methods.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural plans, drawings, specifications, and finish schedules.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and estimating/project-management software.

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.

Skills

Reading drawings

Takeoffs accuracy

Budgeting

Vendor negotiations

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Estimating software

Job description

gpac is seeking an experienced Commercial Flooring Estimator to join their team in the Buffalo area. You will prepare accurate estimates for commercial flooring projects, review drawings and specs, perform takeoffs, and manage multiple bids.

Ideal candidates have knowledge of carpet tile, LVT, VCT, and installation methods; strong math and Excel skills; ability to read plans; collaborate with contractors and suppliers; and maintain organized bid documentation.