Job Title: Commercial Flooring Estimator
Job Summary:
For 40 years, Gulf Coast Services has been a leading construction company based in Houston, Texas. We specialize in delivering high-quality commercial flooring, concrete, and painting construction services. Our team is dedicated to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction, making us a trusted partner in the construction industry.
We are seeking a skilled Estimator to join our team. The Estimator will be responsible for analyzing project specifications, preparing takeoffs, estimations, and ensuring projects are completed within budget. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in commercial construction, from general construction to schools and multifamily projects.
Duties:
- Review drawings and specifications for projects to determine the entire scope of work required
- Ensure that estimate details and takeoffs are accurate, complete, and reflect the actual requirements of project
- Establish thorough basis of cost for materials, equipment, subcontract work, and labor
- Familiar with specification book/project manual
- Base estimates on all variables present with customer input
- In the initial stages of estimating, ensure that the means, methods, and production are conducive to the company earning a profit, while anticipating any obstacles that may need to be faced during the duration of a job
- Pull together all information and prepare final estimate for projects to establish budget costs and final bid price
- Analyze and compare material and subcontractor options
- Work diligently with management to ensure all due dates are met
- Communicate with Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Superintendents
- Negotiate with suppliers, subcontractors, and clients to secure favorable pricing
- Prepare detailed reports on estimated costs, budgets, and timelines
- Participate in project meetings to provide insights on cost implications
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED Required
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Architectural background preferred
- Construction & Flooring Estimating experience 3 yrs. Preferred
- Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced work environment
- Ability to understand and use intermediate math to calculate figures, percentages, and conversion ratios.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and operational software packages such as PlanSwift and BlueBeam
- Proven experience as an Estimator in the construction industry
- Strong negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships
- Excellent understanding of cost control principles
- Solid project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
- Must have previous training in architectural plans
- Must be able to read, understand, and interpret architectural plans
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Must be authorized to work in the US
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check
Compensation
- Salary $65,000+ DOE
- Commission and Performance Bonus
Join our team as an Estimator and contribute to our success by utilizing your expertise in construction estimating, cost control, and project management. Take the next step in your career with us!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Performance bonus
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Construction estimating: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Houston, TX 77036 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Houston, TX 77036: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person