Estimator - Flooring, Tile & Countertops
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About the role
The primary responsibility of the Estimating Associate is to is to measure floor plans and blueprints to provide quantities for bids, contracting, and ordering purposes for flooring materials, wall materials, countertops, and pavers. Essential Functions Bid Preparation & Estimating Secure and review all bid documents, including drawings, addendums, and bid forms Produce custom quotes in accordance with department policy to support sales and design staff Complete takeoffs in accordance with department policy Adhere to project SLAs and meet established deadlines Plan Review & Technical Analysis Review plans, specifications, selections, and diagrams for accuracy Review plans, specifications, selections, and diagrams to identify product location and application requirements Utilize CAD software to accurately measure and calculate net and gross quantities for bidding and procurement Create custom diagrams per material, per plan, or per lot as required Project Data Management & Documentation Request, organize, and manage all data necessary for project submittals Take ownership of assigned accounts and record all work on a daily tracker Cross-Functional Collaboration & Issue Resolution Attend pre-bid and new builder meetings as necessary Work directly with other departments to clarify discrepancies and resolve issues Process requests for review of material issues, including Under Construction Repairs (UCRs) and material shortages; return findings and adjust banked data as needed Advanced Analysis, Leadership & Continuous Improvement Work with complex customer accounts and process models as required Conduct root cause analysis and recommend areas of improvement Lead projects and support continuous improvement initiatives Assist with and lead training, coaching, and knowledge sharing for other estimators, as applicable Additional Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned