Commercial Glass Estimator

ABOUT OMNI:

Omni Glass & Paint has been in business since 1967. Since then, Omni has become one of the largest glass and paint contractors in the state of Wisconsin. Omni has thousands of projects to its credit, providing innovative project ideas from homes to hospitals; banks to office buildings; terminals to technical schools.

Omni's reputation for excellence is due to the outstanding individuals we employ. Here you will find a culture predicated on commitment, innovation and hard work. Our ability to provide the highest quality products and services to our customers would not be possible without the highest quality employees at every level of the organization.

We believe in unlocking potential and creating opportunities for our employees. Some of our team members are brand new to the construction industry. Some have been industry experts for decades. Regardless, everyone is given the opportunity to learn and develop their skills on the job.

Are you ready to unlock your potential? Join Team Omni today

Position Summary:

The Estimator is responsible for evaluating commercial glass project specifications and drawings, following up with subcontractors to ensure bids are received, complete and competitive, and also work with Project Managers to follow-up on bids and budgets.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews specification information and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labor estimates.
• Computes cost factors, including labor and prepares estimates for management purposes such as planning, organizing and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or sub-contractors and determining cost effectiveness.
• Performs takeoffs on blueprints (i.e., scaling drawings, counting windows, entrances and/or panels, etc.)
• Attend pre-bid walk- thru's and contractor meetings.
• Consults with owners, contractors, vendors, foreman/superintendents, and project managers to develop and communicate estimates.
• Discusses changes and adjustments to cost estimates with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors.
• Make follow-up calls to clients/contractors to develop and maintain good business relationships.
• Communicate project details/strategy to Project Managers and jobsite foremen.
• Promotes organization in industry, manufacturing or trade associations.
• Ensures a safe working environment and full compliance with all Omni, OSHA, State and Local standards.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or 1-5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience - Required
• Ability to read and comprehend architectural blueprints, drawings and specifications - Required
• Basic math and algebra skills, along with ability to understand ruler measurements- Required
• Proficient in the use of PC and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook and Word) - Required
• Advanced communication and interpersonal skills, including verbal, written, e-mail and telephone communication - Required
• Ability to work independently and/or within a team - Preferred
• Advanced time management and organizational skill and be able to prioritize and multi-task - Preferred
• Quality Conscious with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to details - Preferred
• Strong problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills - Preferred
• Ability to work extra hours as projects and workloads require - Preferred

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to talk and hear.
• Occasionally required to stand, walk and reach with arms. Frequently required to sit for long periods of time.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to use hands to finger, handle or touch objects, tools or controls.
• Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is occasionally moderate.

(Occasionally-1-25% of the time; frequently 26-75% of the time; constantly=76-100% of the time)

Omni Glass & Paint, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Encourages Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities to apply.