Commercial Roof Estimator

We are currently working with one of the most established and reputable commercial roofing companies in the San Diego market, they are currently hiring for a senior-level Commercial Roofing Estimator. 

The Estimator calculates preliminary job budgets and prepares formal job bids through interpreting blueprints, performing take-offs and estimating job costs. The Estimator interfaces with clients and their representatives to ensure that technical specifications and designs are feasible and consistent with industry standards.

This company is looking for someone with $2 million - $10 million PER YEAR in commercial roofing bids awarded. Mostly single-ply but they also work with metals, Built Up, Mod Bit, etc.

Commercial Roof Estimator Primary Responsibilities include:

• Developing accurate and complete job estimates.
• Identify project labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, written specifications and related documents.
• Conduct site visits and attends pre-bid meetings to understand project scope.
• Conduct review and take-off of blueprints.
• Solicit bids from subcontractors.
• Gather subcontractor pricing and conducts scope review.
• Evaluate subcontractor bids to bid documents and plans to ensure that the full scope of work was considered.
• Consider subcontractors ability to perform the work.
• Calculate costs of subcontract labor, general conditions, and materials.
• Collaborate with the client to help them achieve their project cost budget through consideration of plan details, alternate material/finishes and building methods.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents and the Pre-Construction team to maintain relationships with existing clients and subcontractors.
• Produce P&L reports

Commercial Roof Estimator Qualifications:

• 3 years experience in Commercial Roofing Estimation
• Must possess a working knowledge of commercial roofing documentation
• General contracting knowledge
• Ability to write and review contracts
• Experience with EDGE estimating software is a plus
• BS/BA in Construction, Engineering, or Business is a plus
• Knowledge of various roof systems, materials, construction processes and theories.
• Ability to identify, correct and report unsafe conditions according to company and OSHA standards.

Commercial Roof Estimator Compensation: $120k-$130k base salary  commission

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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