Commercial Estimator I

Since 1923, CKF has grown and evolved right along with the ever-changing kitchen design trends. At CKF we are committed to providing quality kitchen design and personalized customer service all in a uniquely designed home-like atmosphere. Here you'll find a huge selection of quality stone countertops, cabinets, & organizational systems.

CKF currently has locations in Omaha, Lincoln, Des Moines, and Kansas City. You will find employees who are committed and passionate about what they do. We are a culture committed to providing the highest level of customer service as well as a great environment for our employees to work.

As a company, we are committed to providing top brand name products at competitive prices with an experienced, knowledgeable sales and support staff.

The Commercial Estimator is responsible for doing material take-offs to develop project estimates from blueprints or other drawings provided for general commercial projects.

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Complete full-cycle bidding process for commercial projects, including reviewing blueprints, creating quotes, pricing material, and placing orders.
• Prepares cost analysis in computer by recapitulating material, labor, equipment, subcontractor and overhead costs incurred in the installation of items.
• Informs the immediate supervisor of any observed inaccuracies or omissions in quoted items or computer database.
• Develops and maintains resource information on products, vendors, subcontractors, government requirements, etc.
• Enter and maintain all quotes in company’s internal tracking system.
• Provides submittals and shop drawings as needed using CAD.
• Works with project manager to coordinate project handoffs.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Punctual, accountable and able to accomplish tasks within a given deadline
• Able to assess and prioritize tasks and demands
• Able to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Good computer skills, experience using Microsoft Suite

Preferred Education and Experience

• Ability to read blueprints or construction plans to develop take-offs and cost estimates
• Experience using or knowledge of CAD software
• Experience using or knowledge of Bluebeam software
• Experience working on commercial projects in any function

AAP/EEO Statement
CKF provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.