Estimator

Position Summary
The Estimator is Smoke Guard Inc.’s main point of contact for customers for bid activity in our direct markets. This role evaluates the scope of a project and prepares estimates, take-offs, and pricing for all phases of a project from inception through an approved working budget.

Responsibilities

• Utilize systems, reports, prospects, and customers along with independent research, to identify potential upcoming bids and work to ensure SG receives and is well positioned for successful bidding when issued.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment to determine which bids to pursue on behalf of Smoke
• Independently prepare project proposals and manage the process from bidding to contracting in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Exercise discretion and independent judgment in negotiating pricing terms with potential
• Independently determine labor, equipment and material requirements to complete project and use information to prepare bid/estimate proposal.
• Create and send RFQ’s (Request for Quotes) to vendors
• Prepare takeoffs, material estimates, scope of work, RFIs, and other actions necessary for closing a sale and obtaining a contract.
• Interface with clients, architects, engineers, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) during all phases of preconstruction and provide active product and code support as needed.
• Work collaboratively with internal team members (Project Managers, Billing Coordinators, Contracts Administrator, etc.) to determine feasibility and profitability of a project.
• Follow up with all bids to clients in a timely Track lost bids and perform analysis.
• Monitor progress, complete timely progress reports and update CRM and other systems, and attend meetings with peers and management as required.
• Perform other duties as needed

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of construction industry practices and sales processes
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand building plans
• Strong interpersonal skills to build relationships with internal and external
• Ability to negotiate and work in the best interest of the
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate in a professional
• Strong organizational, time-management and prioritization
• Proficiency with MS Office suite products (Word, Excel, Power Point) and industry specific software
• Proficiency in basic to intermediate math

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration or similar field preferred

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in an Estimating role or similar in a construction based field
• Experience in a role where creation of bids and proposals were a main job responsibility
• Experience with contractual requirements and best practices in the construction industry
• Experience using Bluebeam, Building Connected, Salesforce or similar systems in a professional environment preferred

Work Environment
• Physical Conditions:

• This position operates in a professional office environment, routinely uses standard office equipment, and is seated for long periods of time.

• Location:

• This role is located at our office in Boise, ID.

Other Requirements

• Travel – this role is expected to visit other SG offices, markets, customers, trade shows, etc.

Smoke Guard, Inc., a CSW Industrials company, a CSW Industrials Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.