Estimator

Description

Unified Door and Hardware Group is a national distributor and integrated, value-added solutions provider that specializes in distributing doors, related hardware, specialty products, and electronic access control devices to the commercial construction industry. With a strong presence in both new construction and renovation sectors, our company stands as a leader in the market, recognized for its professionalism and integrity.

Job Summary:
As an Estimator, you will be managing and organizing. This role will be reviewing emailed bid invitations from general contractors, downloading bid documents and writing summaries of bid opportunities for manager review/ bid decision. This role will coordinate with general contractors to let them know if we have decided to accept or decline their invitation to bid. This role will maintain and update the company’s bidding spreadsheet. 
In addition, this role will be assisting estimators with tasks like organizing information in Microsoft Excel, importing door schedules into our bidding software, creating quote requests, helping with product takeoffs, and reviewing architectural plans and specifications for door, frame and hardware related tasks as assigned by estimators.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Maintains clean and organized email inbox.
• Respond to emails in a timely fashion.
• Ability to read & navigate construction plans and specifications.
• Good communication skills, both phone and interpersonal.
• Attention to detail when reviewing documents.
• Assist and work with estimators to keep them informed of new tasks as requested by our customers.
• Strong computer skills pertaining to Microsoft excel and other relevant software.
• Maintains existing relationships with vendors and customers.

Qualifications

Education/Certifications:

• HS Diploma or Equivalent (Required)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience in the construction industry is a plus
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High degree of ownership for projects, a sense of urgency and strong follow-through

Experience:

•  Experience with design-build, engineer/procure/construct, construction management and hard bid projects
•  Experience with computer-based estimating systems and competent in the use of recognized electronic spreadsheets, and word processing

Location:

• This role is remote, but occasional attendance at our Miramar, FL office is anticipated
  Candidates MUST reside in a commutable distance to Miramar, FL.

EEO Statement:
Unified Door and Hardware Group (UDH Group) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. UDH Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.