Position Summary
The primary function of the Estimator is to prepare work to be estimated by gathering proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. Identifies labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. Computes costs by analyzing labor, material, and time requirements.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Grow commercial sales, within company footprint.
- Identify potential jobs and customers, build a relationship with these customers, and close the bid work with them. Work with our current general line sales team to close jobs.
- Communicate with management all opportunities for growth of our team and product lines. Facilitate leads through General Contractors, End Users, and Institutions. Conduct take-offs accurately and timely. Review specifications to ensure Inform management of market conditions and means to better our door division. Work with vendor reps to ensure CBMI receives the best possible costs. Conduct diligent follow up on all quotes and track, via spreadsheets, the reasons why we were successful or not. Conduct site visits to confirm all conditions that could affect ordering or installation. Prepare all submittals for approval by owner and architect. Order and track all material for projects. Oversee inventory for all door divisions. Product sales – commercial doors, hollow metal frames, wood doors, hardware, lock sets, toilet partitions and accessories, lockers, fire extinguishers/ cabinets, mailboxes.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of related work experience Excellent oral and written communication skills Excellent advocacy, negotiation, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated knowledge of construction estimating software Core Competencies: Strive to do the right thing by displaying trust and integrity. Embody the principles of servant leadership, even in a non-people management role, by putting the needs of others first, valuing diverse perspectives by sincerely appreciating and considering others’ opinions and ideas and demonstrating a positive and humble attitude.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team; ability to lead, execute and/or delegate as needed, while also collaborating with others to get the job done. Establish and maintain effective working relationships at every level of the organization; invest in building relationships with the Field Operations and Field Support Center team members. Help champion an inclusive working environment by: Empowering others to bring their full selves to the workplace. Celebrating, welcoming, and valuing the different backgrounds and experiences that make up our workforce. Recognizing that all team members are valued, regardless of race, background, tenure, or title.
- Ability to self-manage, show initiative, be proactive, and drive results.
- Communicate professionally, both verbally and in writing to coworkers and customers
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to remain in stationary position in an office environment: 50% Will frequently move about inside the office to access files, office machinery, etc.
- Must be able to operate basic office machinery.
- Must be able to communicate with team and management and be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Constantly working in office environment.
Required Cognitive Skills
- Must be able to problem solve and prioritize tasks
- Must be able to manage stress depending on deadlines and ongoing projects
- Must be able to multitask
- Must be able to receive and analyze information
- Must be able to quickly communicate solutions if problems occur
- Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of sound judgement and initiative
Launch your career with a national building materials distributor and discover opportunities for growth and advancement. We value our team members and believe them to be our greatest assets. As such, we invest in training and strive to provide a work-life balance.
This job description is subject to change at any time.
Job Location: National Structure - King of Prussia
381 Brooks Road Suite A King of Prussia, PA 19406
As an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer SRS Distribution Inc., including all its subsidiaries, provides job opportunities to qualified individuals without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, uniform service, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local EEO laws.
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Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay, discretionary bonuses, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, volunteer, holidays, birthday, floating), medical/dental/vision, flexible spending accounts, company-paid life and short-term disability, plus optional long-term disability, and additional life insurance.