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Fay Financial
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/6/2025

The Fay Group, originated in 2008, is a full-scale real estate services company that offers mortgage servicing, property renovations, business purpose lending, insurance, and more to homeowners, investors, and clients nationwide. Fay handles a wide range of mortgage loan solutions for prospective homeowners with varying credit histories and also offers to refinance for existing mortgages.

The Fay Group is made up of separate business units offering a complete range of home ownership products and services that provide customers with solutions to navigate the challenges of home ownership while helping them build toward their long-term financial goals. We consider the people behind those mortgages and work hard to give them the best chance possible to stay in their homes.

Fay Cares!
The Fay-Constructive Foundation was established to fulfill the philanthropic mission of The Fay Group employees to serve the communities in which they live and work. Over 80% of employees across Fay, Constructive, and GenStone affiliate companies make voluntary contributions to the Foundation. Each quarter, their contributions are donated to organizations focused on improving education opportunities, combating poverty, and supporting military service members and first responders.

Come join us on our journey to serve our customers and be the leader in our industry! We are currently looking for an Estimator to join our team.

Reporting to COO, Constructive Renovations, this role is responsible for completing and submitting accurate home renovation bids to potential customers. This position collaborates with team members to assess properties, estimate repair costs, and determine suitable renovation options based on homeowner needs and budgets. Responsibilities include preparing detailed cost estimates, managing project budgets, and facilitating competitive bids. The position also involves coordinating with vendors and subcontractors, overseeing pricing and material selections, and ensuring quality control throughout the renovation process while maintaining effective communication with clients.

Additionally, the role is responsible for meeting defined sales targets, selling and upselling services and products that enhance renovations. This position involves closing sales by securing signed contracts and deposits and ensuring that all homeowner expectations are documented and fulfilled.

What you will do for Constructive Renovations:

  • High School Diploma/GED, required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Constructive Management, Engineering or related field preferred
  • Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or similar certification preferred
  • 2 years’ experience in single-family residence construction estimation, including scope of work, materials, labor costs and timelines
  • 1 years' experience in sales, negotiation, and customer service in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, materials, and labor costs, with the ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Experience with construction software or similar programs preferred
  • Strong skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Ability to effectively prioritize under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; effective time management for self and team
  • Collaborative and consultative work style
  • Client-focused with strong execution skills and results orientation
  • Strong analytical skills coupled with sound judgment; strong problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to analyze and interpret data to identify opportunities and propose solutions
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to effectively lead teams
  • Ability to manage and lead change; agile; high learning agility
  • Strong attention to detail; strong quality and compliance orientation
  • Self-directed; ability to proactively ask questions and surface issues/ concerns
  • Professional maturity, integrity, ability to maintain confidential data and information

What you will bring to Constructive Renovations:  

  • High School Diploma/GED, required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Constructive Management, Engineering or related field preferred
  • Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or similar certification preferred
  • 2 years’ experience in single-family residence construction estimation, including scope of work, materials, labor costs and timelines
  • 1 years' experience in sales, negotiation, and customer service in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, materials, and labor costs, with the ability to read and interpret blueprints
  • Experience with construction software or similar programs preferred
  • Strong skills in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Ability to effectively prioritize under tight deadlines in a fast-paced, dynamic environment; effective time management for self and team
  • Collaborative and consultative work style
  • Client-focused with strong execution skills and results orientation
  • Strong analytical skills coupled with sound judgment; strong problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to analyze and interpret data to identify opportunities and propose solutions
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to effectively lead teams
  • Ability to manage and lead change; agile; high learning agility
  • Strong attention to detail; strong quality and compliance orientation
  • Self-directed; ability to proactively ask questions and surface issues/ concerns
  • Professional maturity, integrity, ability to maintain confidential data and information

Equity and Inclusion are embedded into our way of working at Fay. We believe that the best ideas come from having a team that is diverse in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We strive to ensure each of our employees feels valued, respected and included and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at Fay. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. The Fay Group and affiliated companies participate in E-Verify. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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