What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Whitco Roofing INC?
REPORT TO: VP of Estimating (VP of Operations currently serving this role)
DIRECT STAFF: None
OBJECTIVE/MISSION: Support sales efforts by producing accurate estimates of the construction costs of projects the company is pursuing before reasonable deadlines. Design appropriate roofing scopes of work for each project based on roofing knowledge, experience, specific field conditions and client expectations.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Quantify all costs (material, labor, equipment, any & all applicable taxes, permits, safety equipment / setup etc.) and create estimates using Edge software for roof replacements.
Obtain multiple competitive quotes in writing from vendors on material, equipment, subcontractors, dumpsters, etc. and save these quotes to the M Drive project folder.
Research and document permit costs and calculation formulas for all estimates.
Work with Production Division to quantify accurate costs for means and methods.
Based on experience, vendor quotes, roofing knowledge and past data, adjust each line of item of the estimate to conform to the specific project conditions.
Enter detailed Scenario Notes in the Edge to inform Account Executive of what has been included in the estimate.
Check WhitCommand information, photos, roof drawings and other data from Account Executives to ensure accuracy and completeness. Verify enough information is present to create scope of work for required repairs and/or roof replacements.
Thoroughly review and understand all construction documents (plans, specs and addenda) for projects you are estimating.
Meet with Account Executives before beginning each estimate to ascertain client needs, define the most cost effective scope of work to meet those needs and serve as a resource for technical and practical knowledge. Always offer value engineering opportunities and possible add options.
Update repair and estimate bid log spreadsheets on M Drive with information on projects you are estimating.
Work with VP of Estimating to manage bid calendar / schedule.
Present all estimates to VP of Estimating for cost and accuracy review.
Assist Account Executives in preparing hand-off package to present to Project Manager when a project is sold.
Attend hand-off meetings with Account Executive and Project Manager on sold projects you have estimated.
