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Sales Estimator - Roofing Industry

Knowhirematch

Chicago, illinois


Job Details

Full-time


Full Job Description

Exciting Career Opportunities: Sales/Estimator Roles at a Growing Roofing Company in Chicago

Join Our Team:

Our rapidly expanding roofing company in Chicago is looking to fill two Sales/Estimator positions immediately. If you have a passion for sales and estimating, we want you on our team!

Key Responsibilities:

  • Bidding: Respond to RFPs, prepare competitive bids, and secure commercial and industrial roofing contracts.
  • Relationship Building: Develop and maintain relationships with new and existing customers.
  • Sales Pipeline Management: Identify additional sales opportunities through preventative maintenance and service calls.

Specific Objectives:

  • Estimating and Bidding:
  • Review architectural drawings, specifications, and bid documents to understand project scope.
  • Calculate labor and material costs and prepare detailed estimates.
  • Submit quotations and bids for re-roofing projects based on field data.
  • Continuously improve the estimation and bidding process to stay current with market trends.
  • Product and Purchasing:
  • Collaborate with manufacturer representatives for updated material pricing and assembly information.
  • Stay informed on industry standards, processes, and techniques.
  • Customer Satisfaction and Business Development:
  • Maintain excellent communication and relationships with contractors, owners, staff, and manufacturers to boost sales and ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Project Management:
  • Collaborate with project management to transition accepted proposals into active projects smoothly.
  • Keep project files accurate and up-to-date.

Requirements

Required Knowledge & Skills:

  • Product Knowledge:
  • Expertise in single-ply roofing materials and attachment methods.
  • Ability to read and interpret specifications and perform project takeoffs.
  • Competence in preparing project submittals.
  • Analytical Skills:
  • Proficiency with mathematical concepts and spreadsheets for calculations and ratio analyses.
  • Project Management:
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational, administrative, and communication skills.
  • Ability to calculate pricing and cost impacts for change orders.
  • Proficiency with software technology, including Excel and Word (DataForma experience is a plus).
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Background Check:
  • Must pass a pre-hire criminal background check.

Experience:

  • Experience:
  • At least 2 years of experience in construction sales or as an estimator in roofing or or in commercial construction.

Join us and be part of a dynamic team that values growth, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Apply now to take the next step in your career with us in Chicago!

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