Sales Estimator - Roofing Industry

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!