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Estimator - Commercial Roofing

Birmingham, ALOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months ago

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Required skills

  • Commercial Roofing Estimating
  • Plans and Specifications
  • Quantity Takeoffs
  • Excel
  • Cost Analysis
  • Profitability
  • Estimating Software
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Math Skills
  • Cost Calculations

Nice to have

  • Multiple Geographic Markets
  • Procore
  • Commercial Roofing Systems
  • Associate's Degree

Role summary

Roof Technology Partners (RTP), a commercial roofing contractor, seeks a Commercial Roofing Estimator based in Birmingham. This role is responsible for producing accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates across all RTP branch locations. Key responsibilities include performing material takeoffs from plans and specifications, compiling full estimates, applying overhead and profit factors, and submitting bids on time. The estimator will also support multi-branch market coverage, analyze bid results, monitor competitor activity, build customer and vendor relationships, and contribute to continuous improvement of estimating methods. Qualifications include the ability to read plans, perform quantity takeoffs, use Excel for analysis, and at least 2 years of commercial roofing estimating experience.

Roof Technology Partners delivers expert commercial roofing solutions built on engineering-driven design, technical expertise, and long-term performance. We specialize in reroofing, service, maintenance, and restoration for complex facilities across the Southeast, using innovative approaches to solve real roofing challenges. At Roof Technology Partners, we offer more than a job, we offer the opportunity to build a lasting career with a team committed to safety, quality, and customer success.

POSITION SUMMARY

Roof Technology Partners (RTP) is a commercial roofing contractor and portfolio company of Skybound Service Partners (SSP). The Commercial Roofing Estimator is responsible for producing accurate, competitive, and profitable estimates across all RTP branch locations, including Texas, Georgia, Alabama, and additional markets as the business grows. Based in Birmingham, this role partners closely with branch sales personnel, operations managers, and the VP of Sales & Marketing to ensure every qualified opportunity is estimated on time and in alignment with RTP’s cost, quality, and margin standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Estimating & Bid Preparation

  • Produce complete, accurate estimates in accordance with RTP’s cost and profit guidelines across all branch markets
  • Perform material takeoffs from plans and specifications; compile full estimates from takeoffs and subcontractor/supplier quotes
  • Review project documents to identify insurance, bonding, overhead, and scope requirements prior to bid
  • Apply correct overhead and profit factors to arrive at final proposed project cost
  • Finalize and submit bids on time; attend pre-bid meetings and bid openings as needed
  • Double-check all calculations prior to submission and review with VP Sales & Marketing as required

    • Multi-Branch Market Coverage

  • Support estimating needs across all RTP branch locations (TX, GA, AL, and others as applicable)
  • Maintain awareness of announced and proposed projects across markets; communicate qualified opportunities to the appropriate branch sales personnel
  • Maintain an active log of all estimates including bid amounts, submission dates, win/loss outcomes, and key deadlines
  • Analyze bid results and use win/loss data to refine competitive strategy and improve hit rate
  • Monitor competitor activity and pricing trends across markets to inform bid positioning

    • Customer & Vendor Relations

  • Build and maintain relationships with general contractors, owners, and customers across all served markets
  • Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain best-value quotes consistent with RTP quality standards
  • Follow up with customers after bid submission and communicate outcomes internally
  • Treat all supplier pricing as strictly confidential

    • Process & Continuous Improvement

  • Monitor job cost reports on completed projects to verify estimate accuracy and document recurring gaps
  • Continuously refine estimating methods, software configurations, and assumptions
  • Identify value engineering opportunities on all bids and present alternatives to customers
  • Ensure a clean handoff of won jobs to the appropriate Operations Manager
  • Assist VP Sales & Marketing with budget assumptions and annual sales goal planning

    • QUALIFICATIONS

    Required

  • Ability to read plans and specifications, perform quantity takeoffs, and use Excel to generate cost and profit analysis
  • 2+ years of commercial roofing estimating experience with a company generating $3M+ in annual revenue
  • Track record of producing winning, profitable estimates
  • Proficiency in estimating software and Microsoft Excel
  • Strong math skills; ability to perform and verify cost calculations with precision
  • Valid driver’s license

    • Preferred

  • Experience estimating across multiple geographic markets or branch locations
  • Familiarity with Procore or similar construction project management platforms
  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution; relevant experience may substitute at leadership’s discretion
  • Good knowledge of commercial roofing systems, materials, and installation methods

    • Thank you for considering a career with Roof Technology Partners. We believe great teams are built on diverse perspectives. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We invest in our people and provide competitive pay, benefits, and a supportive work environment where your skills and contributions matter.

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