What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at JGA Roofing Systems LLC?
Commercial Roofing Estimator
JGA Roofing Systems is a family-owned commercial roofing contractor serving Texas. We work with both public and private sector clients, delivering reliable service, competitive pricing, and high-quality workmanship.
Position Summary
We’re looking for a Commercial Roofing Estimator to support bid preparation and pricing for re-roofs, repairs, and restoration projects across Texas. This role is responsible for developing accurate, timely estimates, preparing proposal packages, and coordinating with operations, vendors, and general contractors.
Key Responsibilities
- Review project documents (plans, specs, addenda) and identify full scope requirements.
- Perform roof takeoffs and quantify materials and labor (TPO/PVC, Mod Bit, metal roofing, gutters, flashing, insulation, cover board, etc.).
- Build detailed estimates including labor, materials, equipment, tax, permits, and subcontractor scopes (HVAC/electrical as needed).
- Request and analyze vendor/subcontractor pricing; level bids and ensure apples-to-apples comparisons.
- Support public entity bids (ISDs, cities, counties): bid forms, bonds, compliance docs, submission requirements.
- Collaborate with PMs/field teams to confirm constructability and realistic production assumptions.
- Support change-order pricing and value engineering options when requested.
What Success Looks Like
- Accurate estimates with minimal post-award gaps or change-orders due to missed scope.
- Clean, professional proposals that win work and reduce back-and-forth with clients/GCs.
- Tight coordination with PM/field teams to keep estimating aligned with real-world installation methods and lead times.
Required Qualifications
- 2 years experience estimating commercial roofing (or strong adjacent estimating experience with willingness to train).
- Working knowledge of commercial systems: TPO/PVC, Mod Bit, roof accessories, flashing details, drainage, gutters, and basic metal.
- Ability to read and interpret plans/specs and organize addenda.
- Strong math skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written communication (scope write-ups, clarifications, exclusions).
- Comfortable in fast-paced bid environments and managing multiple deadlines.
- Proficient with ESTIMATING EDGE preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with public sector procurement and competitive sealed proposals (Texas ISDs a plus).
- Manufacturer system familiarity (Duro-Last, GAF, McElroy, etc.).
- Experience pricing roof coatings and restoration systems.
- Ability to do basic site assessment notes (drainage, penetrations, perimeter conditions).
- HubSpot, SharePoint, or structured CRM/document control experience.
Schedule / Location (Customize)
- Location: Remote
- Full-time: Monday–Friday
- Some travel for site walks and pre-bids as needed.