What are the responsibilities and job description for the Commercial Roofing Estimator position at Nations Roof?
Location: Villa Park, IL (Greater Chicago Area)
Reports To: Branch Leadership
Salary: $85,000 – $120,000 DOE
Why Nations Roof
At Nations Roof, we don’t just install roofs — we deliver solutions with precision, accountability, and teamwork. As one of the largest commercial roofing contractors in the U.S., we offer long-term stability, career growth, and the opportunity to work on complex commercial projects with industry-leading professionals.
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Roofing Estimator who has worked directly for a commercial roofing contractor and understands the importance of accuracy, collaboration, and detail-driven estimating.
Position Summary
The Commercial Roofing Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for new construction and replacement roofing projects across a variety of commercial roof systems. This role works closely with Project Managers, Sales, and Operations to ensure scopes, pricing, and proposals are complete, precise, and executable.
This position requires strong technical knowledge of commercial roofing systems, excellent computer skills, and the ability to manage multiple bids while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
Estimating & Preconstruction
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nations Roof provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Our company is a Drug Free Workplace.
No Recruiters.
All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Reports To: Branch Leadership
Salary: $85,000 – $120,000 DOE
Why Nations Roof
At Nations Roof, we don’t just install roofs — we deliver solutions with precision, accountability, and teamwork. As one of the largest commercial roofing contractors in the U.S., we offer long-term stability, career growth, and the opportunity to work on complex commercial projects with industry-leading professionals.
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Roofing Estimator who has worked directly for a commercial roofing contractor and understands the importance of accuracy, collaboration, and detail-driven estimating.
Position Summary
The Commercial Roofing Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive estimates for new construction and replacement roofing projects across a variety of commercial roof systems. This role works closely with Project Managers, Sales, and Operations to ensure scopes, pricing, and proposals are complete, precise, and executable.
This position requires strong technical knowledge of commercial roofing systems, excellent computer skills, and the ability to manage multiple bids while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
Estimating & Preconstruction
- Prepare detailed cost estimates for new construction and replacement commercial roofing projects
- Perform take-offs, labor projections, material pricing, and subcontractor evaluations
- Review drawings, specifications, and site conditions to ensure complete and accurate scopes
- Develop bid packages and proposals with clear, detailed pricing and scope narratives
- Negotiate pricing and contracts in coordination with sales and leadership
- Estimate multiple commercial roofing systems and manufacturers (TPO, EPDM, PVC, Modified, Built-Up, Metal, etc.)
- Maintain current knowledge of manufacturer requirements, specifications, and warranty options
- Utilize Edge Estimating software (highly preferred) or similar estimating platforms
- Ensure estimates align with company standards, production rates, and margin expectations
- Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendent and Sales to support bid strategy and project turnover
- Participate in job walks, pre-bid meetings, and internal review meetings
- Support smooth handoff from estimating to operations
- Ensure estimates are complete, consistent, and highly accurate
- Track bid status, revisions, and awarded work
- Maintain organized and auditable estimating files
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Commercial Roofing Estimator
- Must have worked directly for a commercial roofing contractor
- Proven experience estimating new construction and replacement roofing projects
- Strong knowledge of commercial roofing systems and manufacturers
- Highly detail-oriented with a strong numbers and accuracy focus
- Advanced computer skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software
- Edge Estimating or similar software experience strongly preferred
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time-management skills
- Team-oriented mindset with the ability to collaborate across departments
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Stable workload with a national commercial roofing leader
- Accuracy First: Extremely detail- and numbers-oriented
- Team Player: Works effectively with PMs, Sales, and Operations
- Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of commercial roofing systems
- Organized & Efficient: Manages multiple bids without sacrificing quality
- Professional Judgment: Makes sound estimating and pricing decisions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Nations Roof provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Our company is a Drug Free Workplace.
No Recruiters.
All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
#IND123
Salary : $85,000 - $120,000