What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multi-Family Estimator position at Team Kline?
Job Title: Multi-Family Estimator
Reports To: Multi-Family Department Manager
Direct Reports: None
Join Team Kline– Where You’re Not Just an Employee, You’re an Owner!At Team Kline, we believe in creating a workplace where YOU truly belong. When you join us, you become an employee owner, sharing in our success as we continue to grow and thrive. Since our humble beginnings in 2004, starting from a Des Moines garage, we’ve grown to over 400 team members across five locations: Des Moines, Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, Omaha, and Kansas City. We’ve expanded our services to include HVAC, electrical, plumbing and more, opening exciting new opportunities for growth and advancement!
Job Summary:
The Multi-Family Estimator is responsible for assessing project timelines, researching market prices for materials and equipment, and communicating with clients to define project scopes. The role also focuses on improving cost-estimating procedures to minimize discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.
Key Responsibilities:
We don’t just offer a job; we offer a chance to grow with a company that treats you like family. Here’s what’s waiting for you:
Reports To: Multi-Family Department Manager
Direct Reports: None
Join Team Kline– Where You’re Not Just an Employee, You’re an Owner!
Job Summary:
The Multi-Family Estimator is responsible for assessing project timelines, researching market prices for materials and equipment, and communicating with clients to define project scopes. The role also focuses on improving cost-estimating procedures to minimize discrepancies between estimated and actual costs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze blueprints to determine wire lengths and appropriate outlet placements according to electrical codes.
- Identify the quantity, type, and cost of materials and fixtures needed for projects, as well as labor requirements.
- Assess the potential profitability of projects to assist management with bidding decisions.
- Provide actionable solutions to enhance project profitability.
- Complete and submit competitive project bids in line with established guidelines.
- Evaluate labor and material costs to determine the feasibility of in-house construction versus subcontracting.
- Attend pre-bid meetings and oversee pre-con meetings with project managers and field foremen for effective project handoff.
- Assist in managing project change orders as needed.
- Maintain ongoing communication with project managers and conduct post-project reviews for continuous improvement.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret blueprints.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Minimum of two years of relevant experience.
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds.
- Good visual acuity for reading documents and blueprints.
- Proficient hand-eye coordination for computer use.
- Ability to hear and participate in meetings.
- Primarily office-based with standard equipment.
- Occasional site visits for project assessments and inspections.
- Follow safety protocols and wear PPE when necessary.
- Frequent interaction with team members and clients.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
Why Join Team Kline?
We don’t just offer a job; we offer a chance to grow with a company that treats you like family. Here’s what’s waiting for you:
- Benefits Galore: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, plus life and disability coverage.
- Financial Security: 401k with company match, plus an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—because here, you own a piece of the company.
- Paid Time Off: Generous paid holidays, PTO, and paid time off to relax and recharge.
- Training & Growth: Accredited on-site apprenticeship, schooling and career development opportunities.
- Fun Perks: Company outings, opportunities to win cash prizes, and a team environment like no other.
- For Qualifying Employees: A Company Vehicle & Fuel Card.
