Estimator - Commercial Metal Roofing and Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings

* Prepared estimates of flooring product quantities by analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation. * Prepared quantity takeoffs and cost analysis for all new work using RFMS Measure and AutoCAD 2006. * Created bid sheets in Excel and Lotus. * Implemented company-wide conversion to RFMS Measure estimating software. * Responsible for training all current staff and new hires to RFMS Measure. * Worked with field personnel to ensure accurate site measurements. * Oversaw the daily processing of purchase orders from all production builders * Reviewed completed work orders for compliance with builder selections. * Worked with production builders to prepare custom quotes/pricing as needed. * Served as point of contact for the estimating department. Show less

* Recruited and qualified larger vendor base to meet divisional objectives. * Responsible for cost negotiations between trade partner and KB Home. * Prepared and supervised the distribution of bid packages in electronic format. * Analyzed trade partner proposals. * Provided proposed bid analysis for trade partner selection team for vendor assignments. * Developed and maintained scopes of work in conjunction with construction team input. * Performed field take-off audits to verify and maintain accuracy. * Audited and maintained product take-offs in BOM system. * Established direct cost benchmarks for all existing and future product series. * Supervised budget maintenance on a monthly basis and provided new budgets to senior management. * Set up new Subdivisions’ budgets in AS400. Show less

* Attended start up meetings for all new commercial sheet metal roofing projects. * Set up new projects for sheet metal department * Responsible for all Sheet Metal project submittals Asssured that all submittal documentation satisfied project specifications Obtained required product data from manufacturers/suppliers Produced in-house shop drawings using AutoCAD * Assisted project managers with all ongoing projects Served as secondary point of contact for customers. Submitted warehouse requisitions and equipment CD’s Show less

* Researched and solicited bid opportunities * Reviewed project plans and specifications * Prepared bid packages and quotes from take-offs * Negotiated terms and prices with subcontractors * Prepared submittal packages * Followed up on outstanding bid proposals * Maintained job changes, RFI’s and correspondence * Updated and revise proposals as necessary prior to hand-off to project manager * Represented company at bid openings and scope review meetings

Baker Roofing Company, established in 1915, is a full service building envelope contractor recognized as one of the leading specialty contractors in the nation. It provides expert roofing, renewable energy, restoration and exterior services for both commercial and residential customers.