Commercial Roofing Estimator

Commercial Roofing Estimator

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Roofing Estimator to join our commercial roofing team in a fully remote capacity.

This is a highly specialised estimating position focused on commercial roofing takeoffs, estimating, and bid preparation .

The successful candidate will independently review commercial construction plans, specifications, drawings, and bid documents; complete detailed roofing takeoffs; develop accurate labour and material estimates; identify scope requirements and risks; and prepare competitive bids for submission.

This is not a general construction estimating position . We are specifically seeking a professional with demonstrated commercial roofing estimating expertise who understands commercial roofing systems, installation requirements, roofing components, labour production, material requirements, and the details that can materially affect the profitability and competitiveness of a bid.

The ideal candidate can take a project from a commercial bid platform, determine whether the opportunity is appropriate to pursue, download and analyse plans and specifications, complete the roofing takeoff, develop the estimate, identify scope gaps and risks, and deliver a complete bid package by the required deadline.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Roofing Takeoffs & Plan Review

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Review commercial construction plans, specifications, drawings, addenda, scopes of work, and bid documents.

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Perform accurate and detailed material and scope takeoffs for commercial roofing projects.

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Identify roofing areas, system types, dimensions, quantities, assemblies, transitions, penetrations, and related components.

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Interpret architectural, structural, mechanical, and roofing details as they relate to the roofing scope.

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Review project specifications to identify applicable roofing requirements, standards, manufacturers, assemblies, and installation requirements.

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Identify exclusions, alternates, allowances, owner requirements, and other conditions that may affect the roofing estimate.

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Review addenda and revised documents and incorporate changes into the takeoff and estimate.

Commercial Roofing Systems

Demonstrate the ability to estimate and quantify commercial roofing systems and components, including:

- TPO

- PVC

- EPDM

- Built-up roofs

- Metal roofing

- Roof insulation

- Tapered insulation

- Roof coatings

- Sheet metal

- Flashing

- Copings

- Drains

- Edge metal

- Adhesives

- Sealants

- Roof accessories

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Other commercial roofing components and accessories

Estimating & Bid Preparation

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Prepare detailed estimates for labour, materials, equipment, accessories, subcontracted requirements, and other project costs.

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Apply appropriate labour production rates and installation requirements.

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Research and incorporate current material and labour pricing when necessary.

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Obtain or validate supplier pricing and material costs as required.

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Develop competitive and accurate commercial roofing bids.

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Prepare bid proposals based on project plans, specifications, and scope.

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Review completed estimates for completeness, accuracy, and consistency before submission.

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Identify cost drivers and estimating assumptions that may materially affect the bid.

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Ensure estimates accurately reflect the actual roofing scope rather than relying solely on generic allowances or assumptions.

- Provide allowances post-estimate.

Bid Platform & Opportunity Identification

Independently navigate commercial construction bidding and plan-room platforms, including:

- ConstructConnect

- Bid Express

- Dodge Construction Network

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Similar construction bid and plan-room platforms

Responsibilities include:

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Locate relevant commercial roofing opportunities.

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Review project information and determine whether opportunities are appropriate to pursue.

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Download plans, specifications, addenda, and other bid documents.

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Review project require