Estimator (Commercial Facilities)

Full-time

Description

CLM Midwest is a regional commercial facility maintenance contractor with a local presence who partners with some of the nation's leading retail, convenience store, and restaurant brands. We are a long-established, self-performing company that provides install, break/fix, and emergency services across several states. This career opportunity is available as our new and current client base has expanded this year generating additional volume in project opportunities.

The Estimator is responsible for creating project scopes and quotes that meet our clients needs. The person in this role is a key player in the partnership and solutions we provide. Our project opportunities come from a pipeline of daily work orders and RFP participation. Estimators also work closely with internal technician, account management, and vendor teams to review technician recommendations, client requests, and subcontractor proposals. The focus of this role is operations and matching our demand – this is high volume M&R work with small/medium average ticket size, not huge projects or new construction.

Our estimators ensure that these projects are timely, profitable, and to each client’s unique expectations outlined by our service contracts with them. Successful candidates must have strong sense of urgency and accuracy, be highly organized and business conscious, and be able to work in a fast-paced commercial maintenance environment. The office's layout creates an excellent environment for quick collaboration as needed and learning opportunities to connect with experienced coworkers.

CLM offers a competitive full suite of benefits including but not limited to: health, dental, and vision insurances, 401k with company match, PTO & sick days, and more...

Primary Responsibilities

· Develop accurate and competitive cost estimates for electrical, plumbing, and general carpentry projects in commercial settings.

· Analyze project plans, specifications, and site conditions to determine labor, material, equipment, and time requirements.

· Prepare detailed scopes of work that align with client needs, building codes, and company capabilities.

· Detail oriented: review and approve quote suggestions and photos submitted by technicians, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and identifying things they may have overlooked.

· Collaborate with project managers and subcontractors to validate assumptions and refine pricing + profitability.

· Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry pricing, material costs, and trade-specific labor rates.

· Source parts / materials and pricing from key suppliers, build and maintain these relationships.

· Track and manage multiple quotes simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery to clients and internal teams.

· Identify potential project risks and include mitigation strategies in estimates.

· Support the sales and account management teams by answering client questions and challenges on proposals.

· Continuously improve estimating tools, templates, and processes for efficiency and accuracy.

Requirements

· 3 or more years of estimating in a facilities maintenance, or a core trade(s) service company.

· Technicians who self-generate and sell quotes for their company will also be considered. This is a great professional opportunity to jump from the field to the office.

· Time management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects at once, prioritize them and submit by a target date.

· 2 or 4 year degree, trade certifications, or equivalent work experience.

· Financial literacy and general knowledge of business practices.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Strong computer skills; proficient with Microsoft Office products and WOM platforms.

· Thrives in a dynamic, fast-growing company; collected and conscientious.

Salary Description

Up to $70,000+ annually