Estimator
Houston
Job Description Job Description Company Overview For over 40 years, Himmel’s Architectural Door and Hardware has provided quality products and services in the commercial door and architectural specialties industry. Himmel’s is a growing organization with locations in New Orleans, Prairieville, Houston, and Nashville. We pride ourselves as the door opening experts, not simply a construction material supplier. Our family owned and operated company is currently seeking a Estimator to join our team at our Houston Location!
The Estimating Department is the lifeline of our growing business. This position is scheduled Monday -Thursday 7am – 4:30pm and Friday 7am – 3:30pm with occasional overtime required.
Job Responsibilities
Perform take-offs, identify relevant drawings and details, and review specifications
Identify door and hardware products that gives us a competitive advantage while still meeting the requirements of the project
Efficiently communicate and work with customers, vendors, and architects to be sure we are providing the best solution to meet the needs of the project.
Accurately input door, frame, and hardware info into estimating software (Comsense)
Provide clear and precise proposal to customer
Follow-up on all bids to ensure customer is happy with scope and price.
Preferred
Experience reading plans & specifications
Experience using industry specific estimating software (Comsense or Pro-tech)
Familiar with Construction Industry
Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age
Excellent oral & written communication skills
Proficient computer skills including Excel, Word, Outlook & Bluebeam
Excellent mathematical aptitude & problem-solving skills
Ability to effectively perform in an advanced, fast-paced environment both individually as well as part of a team
Needs to be self-motivated, have a strong work ethic, positive and helpful demeanor and possess excellent customer service skills.
Must pass drug and alcohol screen and successfully complete random screens
Benefits
Competitive compensation and bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company paid life insurance and Long-Term Disability
120 hours of paid time off per year and paid holidays
Supplemental/Voluntary Insurance – Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability
Advancement Opportunity to grow your career
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Bonus pay
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Construction Estimating: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: One location