Senior Estimator — Commercial Painting Bids & Growth

National Coatings; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance w/ PPO and HSA Plan

Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account with Company 2,

FSA / Dependent Care Savings Accounts

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability

Short-Term Disability, Accident, and V

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Job summary

National Coatings in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced Estimator for commercial and industrial painting projects. You will prepare detailed bids, analyze scopes, and work with project managers to ensure accurate proposals and competitive pricing.

Responsibilities include on-screen takeoffs, bid walkthroughs, and maintaining client relationships to win work. Strong reading of architectural drawings and communication skills are essential; autonomy and time management are critical in a

Qualifications

• 5+ years estimating experience in commercial/industrial painting

Responsibilities

• Utilize basic computer applications and estimating software programs such as On-Screen Takeoff, Quick Bid, and Excel to prepare professional written bids for projects of various size and scope.
• Conduct scope analysis verification and pre-bid walkthroughs, as well as on-site evaluations after project award.
• Create accurate estimated proposals that include the work scope along with pertinent clarifications and/or exclusions related to the bid submission.
• Cultivate and maintain client relationships to win bids and drive sales / business growth through exceptional communication and follow-up.
• Work with Project Managers during hand-off meetings to provide information and feedback in setting up blue sheets, production schedules, material takeoffs and schedule of values.
• This position will support other divisions as needed.

Skills

Reading architectural plans

Communication skills

Time management

Autonomous work

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Quick Bid

Bluebeam

Job description

National Coatings in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced Estimator for commercial and industrial painting projects. You will prepare detailed bids, analyze scopes, and work with project managers to ensure accurate proposals and competitive pricing.

Responsibilities include on-screen takeoffs, bid walkthroughs, and maintaining client relationships to win work. Strong reading of architectural drawings and communication skills are essential; autonomy and time management are critical in a