Title: Estimator

Reports to: General Manager

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Toledo, OH

Come join our team and open the door to an amazing career at Quality Overhead Door! We have an immediate need for an Estimator at our Toledo, OH location.

Quality Overhead Door is the leading garage door company serving Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan. We believe in not only being a business of integrity, but a part of our community. With our commitment to quality, professionalism, and customer satisfaction, we have built a solid reputation as a trusted provider of garage door installation, maintenance, and repair services. Our team of experts is known for their attention to detail and commitment to delivering the best solutions for our customers' needs.

Summary

In the role of Estimator, you will assume a pivotal responsibility in delivering accurate and competitive project estimates by performing detailed quantity takeoffs, analyzing material, labor, and subcontractor costs, and preparing comprehensive bids, proposals, and budgets. You will collaborate closely with architects, engineers, vendors, and internal teams to identify drawing deficiencies, resolve cost discrepancies, pricing changes, and support the successful handover of awarded projects.

Duties

• Cost Analysis: Perform quantity takeoffs, calculate material, equipment, and labor costs, and analyze subcontractor bids.
• Bid Preparation: Develop detailed estimates, proposals, and budgets for projects, ensuring timely delivery.
• Documentation: Maintain detailed files of working documents, price lists, and historical cost data.
• Communication: Liaise with architects, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, and management.
• Project Support: Identify drawing deficiencies, develop pricing for changes, and support the handover of winning bids.

Requirements

• Analytical & Math Skills: Strong ability in math, research, and data analysis.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous in reviewing plans and documents.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills for negotiations and reporting.
• Software Proficiency: Familiarity with estimation software (e.g., Builder Exchange, Builder Connect, Construct Connect, Plan Hub, etc.)
• Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve cost discrepancies and manage unexpected variables.

Work Conditions

• Primarily office-based but involves site visits for information gathering.
• Collaborative work with project teams and external partners.
• Can involve working under tight deadlines for bid submissions, requiring extra hours.

Benefits

We are proud to offer a robust benefits package to our Team Members including:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employer-paid Life Insurance with buy-up options
• Accident Care
• Hospital Indemnity
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Team Member Recognition & Reward Programs

Core Values

At Quality Overhead Door we base our actions on the following core values and request the same from all team members:

• Teamwork – we operate as a team and succeed together.
• Grit – we have the courage, strength, and character to persevere.
• Sincerity – we are transparent and trustworthy.
• Development – we strive for continuous improvement, both professionally and personally

We are an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer.