Estimator – Flooring, Tile & Countertops

📋 Description

• Measure floor plans and blueprints to determine quantities for bids, contracting, and ordering of flooring materials, wall materials, countertops, and pavers.

• Gather and assess all bid documents, including drawings, addendums, and bid forms.

• Generate custom quotes following department policies to assist sales and design teams.

• Complete takeoffs in line with departmental guidelines.

• Comply with project SLAs and adhere to set deadlines.

• Inspect plans, specifications, selections, and diagrams for precision.

• Recognize product locations and application requirements.

• Employ CAD software for precise measurements and calculations of net and gross quantities for bidding and procurement.

• Develop custom diagrams per material, plan, or lot as necessary.

• Request, organize, and manage all data essential for project submissions.

• Take responsibility for assigned accounts and document all work on a daily tracker.

• Participate in pre-bid and new builder meetings as required.

• Collaborate directly with other departments to clarify discrepancies and resolve issues.

• Manage requests for reviews of material issues, including Under Construction Repairs (UCRs) and material shortages; return findings and modify banked data as necessary.

• Conduct root cause analyses and propose areas for enhancement.

• Lead projects and support ongoing improvement initiatives.

• Assist with and lead training, mentoring, and knowledge sharing for other estimators, as applicable.

⛳️ Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.

• Ability to interpret digital and hard blueprints effectively.

• Skill to visualize 3D data derived from 2D information.

• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

• Strong mathematical and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Eagerness to learn new skills and adapt to changes.

• Capability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team, with strong time-management and self-prioritization skills.

• Minimum of one year of relevant experience and/or training, with increasing levels of responsibility and complexity over time.

• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree, Associate’s degree, or completion of a two-year technical school.

• Preferred: Three to five years of relevant experience.

• Preferred: Familiarity with industry or builder programs.

• Preferred: Knowledge of flooring systems.

• Preferred: Onsite field or project management experience.

• Preferred: Knowledge of Callidus and/or RFMS Measure.

• Preferred: Bilingual experience is a plus, but not required (English/Spanish).

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, with multiple plan options to meet your needs, addressing both physical and mental health.

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

• Life insurance benefits.

• Access to flexible time off, 8 paid holidays, and additional leave benefits to help you recharge and focus on what matters most.

• Availability of supplementary optional benefits, including a company-sponsored weight loss management program and pet insurance.