Lead Estimator

Position Summary:  
In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise to manage and oversee the estimation process for our diverse range of products and projects. As the Lead Estimator, you will collaborate closely with project managers, clients, and contractors to deliver accurate and timely estimates that align with project specifications and budgetary constraints. Your keen analytical skills and in-depth knowledge of construction materials and methodologies will enable you to assess project costs effectively, ensuring that our proposals remain competitive yet profitable. 

Essential Job Functions/Duties: 

• Provide direction and support to the estimation team
• Perform comprehensive product takeoffs
• Review project plans, specifications, and other documents to prepare accurate estimates
• Conduct thorough research to ensure that all cost elements are considered in estimates
• Collaborate with project managers and procurement teams to establish budgets and timelines
• Prepare detailed scope of work and pricing breakdowns for proposals and bids
• Analyze historical data to identify trends and inform future estimates
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards throughout the estimation process
• Create project material proposals for distribution to customers by the Sales team
• Develop customer proposals for review by sales 
  • Develop knowledge of company manufactured products to be able to answer customer/sales questions regarding product information and pricing - become a product expert 
  • Provide sales pricing support as required  

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in estimating within the building materials industry.
• Strong knowledge of building materials, construction processes, and pricing structures.
• Expertise with analytic tools, such as spreadsheets and database managers
• Working knowledge of ERP/Inventory Control Software, preferably Titan or StackIt
• Familiarity with analyzing requirement data/documents to develop material and cost estimates for large projects 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Excellent analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in estimation software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Strong communication and negotiation skills to interact with diverse stakeholders

Critical Skills: 

• Ability to make strategic decisions by evaluating options and considering long-term implications
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources to solve problems
• Ability to drive team performance to achieve outstanding results
• Ability to enable and help individuals to develop their skills, achieve team goals, and realize their full potential

Additional Notes: 

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to what is listed in this document.  Duties may entail other projects or functions required by management on an as needed basis.