Kato Roofing, Inc., a family owned and operated business whose purpose is about life-cycle commercial roof management welcomes you. We work together to be best in class and we specialize in life-cycle commercial roof management – new construction, re-roofs, roof maintenance, which is our sweet spot. If you want to belong to a team that does that well every day, this company’s a great fit for you. We are looking for an Estimator/Project Manager who wants the following: You will love it here if you: Go Above and Beyond Care for Others Are Resourceful Are Open Minded Are Safe You’ll love coming to work every day if you get it, want it, and have the capacity to: Generate detailed cost estimates of commercial roofing projects Review and understand specifications, plans, and contractual obligations of roofing projects Provide proactive and timely communication with PM Team Manage accurate and thorough hand offs to Operation Team You’ll have success here if you value clear processes and feel qualified to do the following things: Provide excellent customer service to internal and external clients and vendors Provide accuracy of estimates for new construction, reroofs, and service Proficient in computer applications, including MS Office Suite, and general computer processing proficiency We train our team to help them succeed, and everyone on our team helps with our success. In this role, you’ll be accountable to hit the following numbers each week: Weekly estimating and sales goals Our company runs on EOS purely. That means as a member of this company, you will have access to a team that: Gives clear directions Provides the necessary tools Acts with the greater good in mind Delegates appropriately Takes time to truly understands roles and how it can help the company Makes expectations clear Communicates well Has effective meetings Meets one-on-one Recognizes performance Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ensure that all pre-production work is complete and in place before staffing jobs. Build and maintain relationships with both internal and external customers. Promote cooperation, communication, and coordination between the job site and the office. This is also to include all required reports and paperwork submitted on time and in the proper format. Meet sales and performance goals. Ensure that the information flow and instructions needed to complete the job is shared between Estimators, Superintendents, and Foremen and ensure that the process is efficient. Ensure effective communication with the customer, supplier/manufacturer, and consultant. Responsible for accurate Edge Takeoff estimates. Estimating of assigned projects and responsible for budgets. Responsible for roof and waterproof system design evaluation, VE estimating, estimating (jobs). Must respond to emails and phone calls promptly. Responsible for shop drawings, pre-project review, and job site visits. Responsible for submittals, submittal review, and submittal revisions. Responsible for projections, PO's, foreman books, safety plan, equipment ordering, job set-up packets/paperwork, incident review, and post job debrief. Quality Control by ensuring all work is completed in a craftsman-like manner and to the specification, and satisfaction of the customer. Monitor the financial status of each project, such as expenditures. Identify financial variances such as under or over budget and implement corrective actions. Completing construction projects includes directing construction requirements, comparing construction results to plans, coordinating with general contractors, compiling, and estimating change orders, scheduling inspections, and resolving problems. Show ability to recognize and deal with priorities consistently. Complete all required work quickly and accurately and ensure that all needed paperwork is completed. Responsible for change order request log, job transfers, work orders, RFI/ASI's, and review EWA's. Review safety plans with Safety Director and ensure the safety of field personnel. Responsible for safety audits and safety set up (at bid). Attend staff meetings, billing meetings, scheduling meetings, evening meetings, and safety meetings. Community involvement/volunteer work. Understanding of and commitment to customer service and Kato Roofing's core values. Competencies Qualified candidate will benefit from having experience with Edge estimating software, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, and Roof CAD. Ability to operate within Sage, the accounting software. Technical understanding of the products and installation procedures. Contract knowledge. Practical leadership skills include leading by example, inspiring, and mentoring a team. Ability to be confident, self-directed, work independently, excellent sense of personal accountability, and self-motivate and be highly motivated. Efficient and organized. Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers. Must maintain a positive service attitude. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Present an attitude of professionalism, honesty, and integrity. Exceptional problem-solving skills. Understanding of performance metrics of estimating team. Understanding of production and production metrics of field teams. Technical and mathematical capacity. Multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Excellent research skills and detail orientated. Sharp listening skills and a critical thinker. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team environment and as an individual. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Exceptional problem-solving skills. Ability to work under pressure and deal with unexpected challenges professionally and calmly. Read plans and understand project specifications. Detail-oriented, strong organizational and accuracy skills. Ability to receive constructive criticism and feedback and translate into process improvement. Sharp listening skills and critical thinker. Supervisory Responsibility N/A Work Environment This position operates some of the time in a typical office environment, spending time at a desk, typing at a computer, talking with people in person and on the phone, taking notes, and using standard office equipment. The job also requires job site visits. It also involves work in the field or shop, walking, climbing ladders, talking with people, or in sometimes loud environments. Physical Demands The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. This job's specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 50 pounds. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position, and business hours are Monday through Friday, 8-5pm. Longer hours, evenings, and weekend work as necessary to ensure that the work is completed in a safe and timely fashion. Travel No travel outside Minnesota is anticipated unless deemed necessary for training or other Company needs. Travel to job sites in the region is required. Education/Requirements A degree in a construction-related field such as project management is preferred but equivalent work experience is acceptable in lieu of college education. 3-5+ years' industry knowledge and experience. 2-3+ years' experience managing a small to mid-sized team. 3-5+ years’ experience working in an Estimator and/or Project Manager capacity preferred. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 a year
Employment Type: Full-time
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