Estimator

Description

A few things about us…

Welcome to our company! We are the largest and most respected commercial flooring installation service company in the industry, with 52 locations across the US and a team of nearly 2,100. Our innovative vision and partnerships with top companies set us apart. Working here means joining a fun and hardworking team, with competitive pay, flexible schedules, and great benefits (medical, telemedical, mental health, prescriptions, HSA/FSA, Life & AD&D, vision and dental benefits, and 401k.). Come join us and be a part of something amazing!

Requirements

So now that you know about us, here’s the job…

At Continental Floors, a Diverzify company the Estimator is a key role in our business. They are responsible for providing cost quotes for the materials, labor, and equipment of our industrial flooring projects that may be required. Their duties may include reviewing bid documents, verifying material quantities, providing multiple estimates, attending project meetings, and handling materials add on and materials modifications project responsibilities from start (project build, pre-construction, project tender stage) to finish and work closely with key members of the project team and liaising with clients and suppliers.

Job Description:

• Analyze project plans, drawings, bills of quantities, specifications, and other documentation to prepare comprehensive cost estimates. 
• Research, source, negotiate and obtain the best prices and quotes from suppliers and subcontractors 
• Strong mathematical acumen to analyze data that can affect costs like; company productivity rates, quantity of material, material metrics (i.e., width, length, depth, and density) and assessing the financial, technical, and operational risks of the project 
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the scope for specific materials involved, inputting into decisions over whether to bid for the project 
• Coordinate with the client on all changes in scope, questions, or clarifications regarding the work during the bidding process. 
• Prepare, when necessary, the appropriate seaming diagrams as requested by the customer 
• Maintain all project plans, specifications, keeping detailed records, writing reports and other documents for future reference. 
• Acts as a resource for project management by providing pertinent information for changes in work during different construction phases. 
• Present oneself as a knowledgeable professional to the internal and external customer and visit project sites to gather information 
• keeping up to date with the latest regulatory and legislative requirements 

Job Requirements:

• 3+ years on site project estimator experience in Flooring Installation or Construction Management
• High school diploma or equivalent, or relevant experience  
• Minimum of 3 years as an Estimator or similar role 
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction plans and layouts. 
• Ability to travel extensively (50% or more)
• Must have strong mathematical acumen 
• Knowledge of installation procedures/flooring products 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Bilingual, Spanish speaking strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting highly preferred.  

Join a growing team. We value innovative minds, independence, and flexibility. 

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