Steep Slope Senior Estimator

About the role

The Steep Slope Senior Estimator at Baker Roofing Company is responsible for pricing and selling assigned projects, mentoring junior team members, collaborating across departments, and contributing to the growth of the Estimating team.

Responsibilities

• Download bid documents, assess project scope, and plan for timely completion
• Review specs, drawings, and details to ensure full understanding and compliance
• Attend pre-bid meetings and conduct site visits as needed
• Submit RFIs, clarification requests, and substitution requests by deadline
• Acquire and evaluate material and subcontractor quotes
• Produce accurate take-offs and complete estimates using sound judgment
• Participate in bid reviews and submit complete proposals with scope, spec references, and exclusions
• Maintain CRM with up-to-date bid status and follow-up activity
• Build GC/customer relationships to secure last-look opportunities on pricing
• Review and negotiate contracts for scope accuracy and correct pricing
• Produce project fact sheet, schedule of values, and billing information
• Lead or participate in project start meetings and complete action items
• Review submittals for accuracy and cost-effectiveness
• Support other departments in completing their responsibilities
• Mentor and train new and existing estimators
• Serve as a resource for the estimating team; provide guidance as needed
• Lead or participate in special departmental projects

Requirements

• At least 3 years of commercial steep slope estimating experience, 5+ years preferred
• Extensive knowledge of steep slope roofing systems
• Familiarity with NRCA, SMACNA, building codes, and BRC field practices
• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• EDGE estimating software
• Knowledge of Salesforce, Bluebeam, and plan and spec reading
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to lead, teach, and train others effectively
• Strong problem-solving skills; thrives under deadline pressure
• Customer-service mindset with effective presentation skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Industry Experience: At least 3 years of commercial steep slope estimating experience, 5+ years preferred
• Commercial Roofing Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of steep slope roofing systems
• Industry Standards: Familiarity with NRCA, SMACNA, building codes, and BRC field practices
• Software: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), EDGE estimating software, Salesforce, Bluebeam, and plan and spec reading
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Excellent written and verbal communication, high attention to detail and strong organizational skills, ability to lead, teach, and train others effectively, strong problem-solving skills; thrives under deadline pressure, customer-service mindset with effective presentation skills