Senior Estimator [UDHG]

Position Overview The Senior Estimator independently gathers information for hollow metal, hardware, wood doors, specialties, and other products, as required from architectural plans and specifications, to provide pricing and sell work to the customer according to their own business judgment and discretion. This is a senior level position, and the role will only be assigned to complicated or significant projects   Key Responsibilities Maintains an estimate log and the Project Estimate folder Performs an accurate takeoff of the material quantities from plans and specifications Analyzes all applicable and related specifications sections and drawings and points out specification issues to customers and provides possible solutions Analyzes code compliance and calls deviations to the attention of the salesperson Request quotations from vendors while considering the impact of project timeline Analyzes vendor quotes for accuracy and compliance with specifications and leads initial quote negotiations with vendors Ensures Compliance with Company policy regarding Specification writer support Analyzes, manages, and negotiates contracts and purchase orders with customer Prices the quantities using vendor quotes and best pricing as applicable Provides accurate project specific freight cost Submits estimated cost to salesperson for mark up and sell prices Prepares formal proposal including all appropriate inclusions and exclusions to customers bidding on project, negotiates price and value engineers as required Follows all company guidelines for inclusions and exclusions in the proposal Follows company policy and procedures to include accurate project specific Freight cost Manages, maintains, and develops new relationships with vendors and customers Maintains up to date knowledge of industry products and technologies available to sell Maintains competency in computer software used in preparations of estimates Performs other related duties as assigned by management   Education/Certifications College degree preferred in Construction Mgmt., Architecture or related field can be substituted for experience requirement   Experience Two to four years as an Estimator in door & hardware industry or related trade   Knowledge Skills & Abilities Strong competency in computer software and project knowledge Basic accounting knowledge Excellent organizational and time-management skills Good communication skills & demonstrated leadership skills   Physical Demands The requirements listed below are representative of the physical abilities required to successfully perform this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.   Travel Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel maybe expected.   Requirements After receipt of conditional offer of employment, must be able to pass drug screen/physical/background check.   UDHG Benefits A friendly and supportive work environment Competitive pay and incentives For full-time employees, benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, and 401(k) plans. Career growth opportunities