At Cooperworks, we hire friendly, motivated workers who want to join a growing team passionate about delivering the highest quality casework to our customers. With our large, air conditioned, state-of-the-art manufacturing plant, we have the flexibility to deliver custom solutions for projects of any size and complexity. We dedicate resources to streamline the process of millwork design, production, and installation for our customers and for our employees who deliver it.
Commercial Estimator
*4-day work week* Monday – Thursday!
Cooperworks Industries is looking for a diligent Commercial Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for projects by gathering information and analyzing essential metrics. You will provide knowledge of cost and benefits that support profitable business decisions. The ideal candidate will have excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset. You must be thorough and apt in managing relationships with key persons. The goal is to provide detailed reports to make informed decisions that will enhance its profitability and growth.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Understand the project/program and its requirements
- Determine key variables for cost and other estimates
- Gather first-hand information from sites
- Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production times, etc.
- Use software for data analysis, forecasting, and budgeting
- Obtain and review offers and quotes by subcontractors or vendors
- Perform risk analysis
- Create and submit estimate reports or bids to appropriate persons (project managers, clients, bidding competitions, etc.)
- Build relationships with key vendors
SKILLS:
- Proven experience in Commercial casework/Millwork estimating
- Familiarity with financial and project management principles
- Experienced in Architectural scale and blueprint reading
- In-depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation formulas
- Exquisite math skills with an analytical mindset
- Outstanding communication and negotiation abilities
- Thoroughness and reliability
- Excellent organizational skills
- Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) will be an asset.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate (Preferred)
- Construction Estimating: 1 year (Preferred)
- Millwork Estimating: 1 year (Preferred)
- Architectural Blueprint reading: 1 year (Preferred)
