Job Title: Estimator (Experienced)

Location: Canton, MA

Pay range: $55,000 - $65,000 annually based on experience

Job Type: Full-time (Remote)

Summary

Are you looking for an opportunity in the Construction Industry to join a fast-paced, fast-growing company where you can learn and grow? Are you detailed oriented and like to work individually but also be part of a team? If so, look no further, come join the great Contexture (formerly known as Ver-Tex Construction) team.

We are a rapidly growing company that gives you the opportunity to develop new skills and grow along with us. If you are looking for a company with great culture, pay, benefits, and management, please look no further!

Position Description

We are looking for an Estimator to join our Take-Off (Estimating) team. As a key member of the Take-Off (Estimating) team, the Estimator will report to the Take-Off (Estimating) Supervisor. This role requires the ability to determine window treatment scope and stretched fabric scope of walls and ceilings based on drawings and specifications, submit RFI’s to the GC, review bulletins, and take off a complete scaled scope of work. The Estimator is accountable for completing take-offs on time, correctly, and efficiently.

Bid Package:

• Clearly defined scope with supporting plan details (assumptions defined & explained)
• Review related plans for coordinated trades
• Conflicting information is documented
• Indicators: no go-backs from the sales team and minimal clarifying questions/conversations necessary
• PM does not find any significant mistakes after the job starts

Timeliness:

• Take-off due date to the sales team at least 48 hours before the due date (based on job value, phasing, etc.)
• If the take-off due date is missed, communicate with the customer immediately, renegotiate the due date, and get written confirmation of late submission

Sales/Buyout Support:

• Attend scope review meetings with sales and prepared to answer customer questions
• Participate in internal project kickoff meetings when necessary
• Contract review – verify sales has reviewed and accounted for all job documents included in the contract

Product Knowledge:

• Stay up to date on products used on past projects and new products & ability to do take-offs on all Contexture’s products efficiently

Position Key Technical Competencies

• Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
• Ability to understand and interpret plans/blueprints/architectural drawings
• Experience creating and editing PDFs with Bluebeam or similar program
• Experience doing take-offs in Bluebeam or similar program
• Comfortable on the phone

Requirements

• 3+ years’ experience in construction estimating preferred
• 2+ years’ experience interpreting commercial blueprints/construction documents
• A Construction Management/Architectural Science degree is a plus
• Stable job history; 2 years + tenure over the past 5 years (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job functions consistently safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards

Company Benefits

• Health Insurance (70-79% company funded)

• Dental/Vision Insurance (70% company funded)

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Voluntary Accident/Critical Illness Insurance

• Company paid Basic Life Insurance (100% company funded)

• Company paid Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% company funded)

• Company-paid Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (100% company funded)

• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

• 401k Plan (company quarterly match up to 4%)

• PTO (paid time off)

• 8 Company paid holidays.

• Quarterly company social event

• Parental Leave of Absence (based on tenure)

• Virtual tutoring program for team member's school-aged children

Company Background

Est. in 1985, Contexture (formerly known as Ver-Tex Construction) is a woman-owned industry leader in the design & installation of window treatments and acoustic wall and ceiling solutions. In 2022 Ver-Tex Construction rebranded as Contexture.

We provide the highest quality service and solutions for our client’s needs with unrelenting dedication and care. We are currently growing across 20 states but remain nimble and centered around human connectivity. We have big plans and intend to make a world of difference for our Contexture family.

We have a unique culture and are passionate about our Core Values. We expect our team partners to "live" by our core values in everything they do at Contexture, and we will only consider hiring team members that are willing to do the same.

Our Core Values

• #BuildPeakMoments - Create unforgettable customer service experiences.

• #PushTheEnvelope - Constantly challenge paradigms.

• #WhereEverybodyKnowsYourName - Be a community of care.

• #TeamWorkMakesTheDreamWork - Stop, collaborate and listen.

• #WorkLifeHarmony - Make time for life.

• #PursueSustainability - Be Conscious of Your Impact

If these Core Values speak to you, then you will be a great fit with the Contexture Team!

• Company Culture Guide: https://contextureusa.com/careers#values
• Company Website: https://contextureusa.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/contextureUSA
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/contexture-usa/

What’s next?

If you see yourself as a good fit for the company culture and the role, please complete our online application and send us your resume and cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you!

Contexture is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace humans of every background, appearance, race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, and disability status.

However, we don’t employ jerks, even really smart ones. :)