ISEC is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong background in architectural millwork and custom woodworking to join our team. In this remote role, you will partner with operations, project management, and business development teams to develop accurate, competitive estimates for complex millwork projects within a designated region. The ideal candidate combines technical estimating expertise, a deep understanding of millwork construction methods, and a commitment to delivering high-quality proposals that contribute to project and business success.
Position Summary
Obtains, calculates and compiles data for use in conceptual/bid proposal estimates, preparing routine estimates under general supervision.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for ensuring that all quantity surveys and pricing are accurate and complete
- Provide support for the development of bidding strategies by debriefing the salesperson of job elements
- Leads the documentation management of the project, ensures all documents are complete and clearly conveys decisions made to sales and operations teams.
- Attend pre-bid meetings to discuss project specifics and scope
- Participate in bid closings and estimate reviews
- Balance workload and assignments to meet deadlines
- Develop a value analysis study by defining alternatives to the proposed scope that are more cost-efficient
- Manage action items from Post Bid and finalize ISEC scope.
- Compute cost estimates for materials, purchased equipment, subcontracted work, production activities and requirements, and labor.
Other Duties
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing or activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Customer Service Skills:
- Demonstrates commitment to deliver outstanding service – both with internal and external customers
- Takes ownership to personally resolve customer problems (or find someone who can)
- Listens well, asks clarifying questions, and checks for agreement with customers
- Committed to following-up with customers in all instances in a timely manner
- Strong sense of accountability - ensures that you will do what you say that you are going to do
- Creates a personal connection with customers – smiles, warm greetings, acts friendly and respectful
- Positive attitude
Preferred Qualifications (in addition to minimum qualifications)
Education/Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Minimum Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience
- Meets all Minimum Qualifications of Estimator I and II, in addition to the following:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- High level of strategy, proactive engagement to move project through estimating effectively; holds others accountable
- Earns trust to close out bid without management present
- Actively seeks competitive information to provide insight to project team
- Delivers comprehensive estimate/bid due to expansive supplier knowledge
- Advanced knowledge of ISEC products, services, processes and projects
- Exposure to multiple or larger projects with increased scope and complexity
- Independent decision making
- Fully autonomous in position
- Directs activities; offers recommendations and solutions
- Demonstrates problem solving and mature judgement in anticipating and solving issues
- Assist in development/mentoring of Level 1 & 2; may have multiple direct reports
- May assist with hiring and performance reviews
The anticipated salary range for this position varies based on geographic location, market conditions, experience, skills, and qualifications. In accordance with applicable pay transparency requirements, salary information will be discussed during the hiring process and may differ depending on where the selected candidate resides and works.
ISEC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees, including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities
At ISEC, our employee-owners are the foundation of our success. We are committed to investing in our people and providing opportunities to build rewarding, long-term careers.
Requires 7+ years of experience, advanced millwork estimating expertise, construction-method knowledge, supplier knowledge, independent decision-making, and project leadership; a related bachelor's degree is preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- calculating estimates
- managing documentation
- developing bids
Job Details
- Category: Business Operations
- Seniority: Senior Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — United States
- Languages: English
Benefits
- 401k matching
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
About Isec
A construction company specializing in architectural millwork and custom woodworking projects. — Industry: Construction