Commercial Roofing Service Estimator
Don Kennedy Roofing has proudly served Nashville and Middle Tennessee since 1978, growing on a foundation of customer satisfaction and servant leadership. From its humble beginnings with Don Kennedy building out of his home, the business now spans residential and commercial roofing, gutter services, and exterior cleaning. Licensed, bonded, and insured, our team values integrity, craftsmanship, and treating customers like extended family. We offer a team-oriented environment with opportunities for career growth.
About the role
We are seeking a Commercial Roofing Service Estimator to prepare timely, competitive, and executable estimates for commercial roof repairs and service projects. This primarily office-based role partners with roof technicians, sales, vendors, customers, and operations to move projects from initial scope through proposal and handoff. The ideal candidate is organized, comfortable with technology, and able to manage a high-volume workload with consistent follow-through. Potential career paths include advancement into broader Estimator and Senior Estimator positions or growth within the service department into service management.
Responsibilities
- Prepare estimates and proposals for commercial roofing repairs and service projects.
- Review field reports, photos, measurements, plans, and specifications to determine project scope.
- Conduct occasional site visits to evaluate roof conditions, access, staging, and equipment needs.
- Obtain material and equipment pricing from vendors and identify cost-effective roofing solutions.
- Prepare RFIs when project information is incomplete or unclear.
- Manage assigned estimates and follow-ups using Excel, estimating software, and company CRM systems.
- Coordinate with sales, roof technicians, customers, and operations throughout the estimating process.
- Complete project handoff documents, attend preconstruction meetings, and assist with change-order pricing.
- Consistently meet assigned deadlines and estimate-volume expectations, generally 10–15 estimates per week depending on complexity.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Construction, roofing, field service, or estimating experience.
- Ability to read and interpret construction documents.
- Strong math, writing, critical-thinking, and time-management skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Windows, and electronic file management.
- Strong communication skills and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to climb ladders, access commercial roofs, work at heights, and occasionally work outdoors in hot or cold conditions.
Preferred Qualifications
- One to three years of commercial roofing or construction estimating experience.
- Knowledge of low-slope commercial roofing systems and repair methods.
- Experience with The EDGE, Dataforma, ServiceTitan, or similar estimating and CRM software.
- Experience preparing proposals, RFIs, change orders, or project handoff documentation.
Schedule
- Full-time, Monday through Friday
- Standard business hours: 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
- Primarily office-based with occasional local job-site visits.
Pay
$65,000–$75,000 annual base salary, depending on experience. Eligible for a monthly performance-based bonus based on qualifying work sold, completed, and collected.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Company sponsored Life and AD&D coverage
- Paid Time Off
- Opportunities for growth and on-the-job training