Estimator (On-Site)

Job Purpose

We are seeking an on-site, detail-oriented Estimator to join our team and drive accurate, profitable project bids. In this role, you will analyze costs, solicit vendor and subcontractor pricing, and work closely with internal teams to provide the knowledge necessary for strong business decisions. 

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze project documents, drawings, specifications, addendums, and RFIs to determine complete scope of work.
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and vendor pricing to develop accurate cost estimates.
• Collaborate with the sales team to review project scope and provide required RFIs.
• Develop sign counts and material take-offs in accordance with code and regulatory requirements.
• Build comprehensive costing through vendor quotes, material pricing, and subcontractor inputs.
• Coordinate with manufacturing and installation teams to ensure accuracy of pricing.
• Prepare complete, detailed, and timely estimates to meet bid deadlines.
• Review estimates for technical accuracy and completeness.
• Document inclusions, exclusions, and qualifications clearly in all proposals.
• Communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, and front-end documents.
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proper English usage, grammar, and punctuation.
• Meticulous attention to detail with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Positive, persistent, and highly professional demeanor.
• Ability to thrive in a self-driven, collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and estimating software.
• Cultural awareness and flexibility in working with diverse teams.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of 3 years relevant estimating experience.
• Minimum 3 years estimating experience in construction trades, signage, millwork, or ornamental metal preferred.
• Valid Class C driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record and ability to maintain auto insurance coverage.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with company matching after qualifying period
• Anniversary and referral bonus programs
• Employee discounts

Physical, Mental Demands & Work Environment

Physical Demands

• Employees frequently sit, stand, and walk; communicate in person and by phone; and use hands and fingers repetitively to operate standard office equipment. Employees may occasionally lift and move materials weighing up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

• This position requires frequent use of written and oral communication skills; reading and interpreting technical information; analyzing and solving problems; performing highly detailed work; managing multiple concurrent tasks; working under deadlines; and interacting with managers, coworkers, vendors, and the public.

Work Environment

• The work environment is typically an office setting with a generally quiet noise level. Some assignments may involve moderately noisy environments.

Compliance

We are an E-Verify employer. Pre-employment drug and background screenings are required.