Project Estimator (Seattle / Eastside)

At Proform, craftsmanship is at our core. We build and renovate high end residential homes in Seattle and on the Eastside. Our relationships with our clients create the foundation for a collaborative process where we bring our client’s vision of home to life. If you are a professional and ethical craftsperson who wants to build quality homes to last for generations, join us. Proform provides excellent benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, medical benefits, and a 401(k) with an employer match. You can learn more about our company by visiting our website https://proformbuilds.com/. The Project Estimator (“PE”) oversees all aspects of the estimation process. This includes analyzing construction blueprints and specifications, working with architects on requests for information (RFIs) to clarify drawings and plans, conducting sub-contractor walk throughs and obtaining quotes, pricing out labor and materials, and creating schematic design (SD) and contract budgets using Stack software. The PE assists with sales, leads meetings, and presents pricing to clients and architects. Before handoff to the Project Manager (“PM”), the PE develops pre-construction binders, schedules labor to various jobs, and ensures a seamless, informed, professional transition to construction. This position is exempt from overtime and reports to the Principal and CEO. Responsibilities  Analyzes construction blueprints and specifications.  Creates schematic design (SD) budgets and contract budgets.  Obtains quotes from suppliers and subcontractors to develop budgets.  Works directly with architects for RFIs to clarify gaps in information on documents.  Coordinates job site walk throughs with subcontractors.  Leads meetings and presents pricing to clients and architects.  Communicates timely, professionally, and effectively with clients, sub-contractors, architects and the Proform team.  Assists with sales meetings.  Oversees and works through pre-construction until hand-off to the PM.  Develops pre-construction binders.  Sets initial job schedules and communicates project start and end times to the PM and CEO.  Identifies and nurtures new business opportunities such as pre-fab, development, and detached additional dwelling units (DADUs).  Other duties as assigned. Qualifications  Authorized to work in the U.S.  3+ years of project estimator experience in high-end residential construction.  Experience with Stack or similar construction estimating software.  Skilled trades experience is a plus.  Polished, professional and ethical demeanor. This is a high-visibility position and qualified applicants must be comfortable and effective at leading meetings and presenting quotes to clients and architects.  Working knowledge of time and materials needed to complete projects.  Excellent attention to detail.  Ability to communicate in English and write professional emails and summaries.  Intermediate math knowledge (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages).  Intermediate computer skills and data entry experience.  Reliable personal transportation and an acceptable driving record.  Demonstrated knowledge of building regulations, quality and safety standards.  Willing and able to work at construction sites with inherent hazards such as energized tools and lines; slips, trips and falls; falling materials; elevated walking and working surfaces; materials handling; noise; inclement weather; uneven working and walking areas; pneumatic equipment; traffic; etc.  Positive attitude.  Able to work well in a team environment and also be self-directed to complete projects without supervision in a timely manner.  Communicates professionally and effectively with clients, vendors, subcontractors, inspectors, employees, neighbors and Proform staff.  Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. Equal Employment Opportunity Proform complies with federal, state, and local law prohibiting unlawful discrimination and provides legal and fair treatment to all employees regarding recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, wages, hours, benefits, working conditions, training, and availability of advancement opportunities.   At-Will Employment Proform is an at will employer. This job description is not a contract of employment.   Accommodation Requests Proform will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants during the application process to ensure equal access to all available positions.  To request an accommodation, please call Proform at (206) 910-0303.