Estimator

The Glass Guru of West Houston

Estimator

Houston, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Free food & snacks

    Opportunity for advancement

    Training & development

    Roles & Responsibilities:

    The Estimator position is the primary sales position in the company. Estimators are charged with delivering the customer experience in the home and/or showroom. Duties include, but are not limited to:

    Self-generate leads through effective promotion of company products and services to potential customers through a variety of means including, but not limited to home shows, B2B networking, cold-calling, etc.

    Interact with customers in the home and/or showroom to develop a complete understanding of customer need(s)

    Make proactive suggestions of company products & services that address customer need(s)

    Convey and manage realistic customer expectations

    As appropriate, accurately measure rough openings / space to facilitate accurate pricing and ordering

    Generate legible and accurate shop drawings for quotes/jobs as required

    Develop professional quotation(s) and present to customer(s) in a prompt fashion

    Capture all additional relevant details about the customer and/or job location to facilitate a successful

    Effectively communicate job and customer details to other team members, including front office and Installation to facilitate success.

    Entry of relevant details into company sales software in a timely manner

    Proactively follow up with customers on pending sales quotes

    Proactively communicate with company vendors, understand their products and capabilities

    Promptly follow up with customers post-installation to ensure that they are satisfied with the materials, workmanship, and service that the customer received.

    Work with coordinator and management to understand sales metrics and provide marketing suggestions

    Qualifications & Educational Requirements:

    2 years residential glass experience (glazing, ordering, estimating, and/or office/project management)

    In-home sales experience preferred

    HS Diploma or equivalent

    All candidates must pass initial background check and drug test.

    Preferred Skills:

    Excellent verbal/written communications skills

    Microsoft Office proficient (Word, Excel)

    Experience with estimating, fabricating, and/or installing residential glass products

    Hardworking, motivated, with excellent organizational and time-management skills

    *Eligibility for company benefits contingent upon completion of initial employee probationary period