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Green Roof Estimator

Company Overview

Furbish delivers comprehensive stormwater management and eco-friendly building solutions, including green roofs, living walls, and other sustainable systems. We provide, install, and maintain systems such as SOPRANATURE & EcoCline green roofs, EcoCline Solar ballasted racking, and BioWall interior vertical walls. Our projects are supported by strong relationships and a commitment to exceptional customer experience.

Job Overview

The Estimator plays a key role in supporting the Furbish Install Department by preparing competitive, accurate bids that help secure new work and drive business growth. This position is responsible for reviewing plans and specifications, performing quantity take‑offs, developing pricing, and producing complete proposals. The Estimator collaborates with internal teams and clients to understand project needs, strengthen relationships, and contribute to winning profitable construction projects.

Essential Functions and Duties

• Own and manage the complete estimating process, including evaluating and qualifying leads, reviewing plans and specifications, and determining project scope and feasibility.
• Produce accurate and detailed take‑offs and cost estimates, using digital tools to develop material and labor quantities that meet internal benchmarks and client requirements.
• Prepare, format, and submit complete bid proposals, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and timely delivery of all pricing and supporting documentation.
• Maintain and manage all estimating and sales documentation, including bid boards, lead databases, project files, and proposal records, ensuring data integrity throughout the pipeline.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including the General Manager, project managers, and installation teams, to validate assumptions, refine pricing, and ensure alignment on scope.
• Support preconstruction coordination, assisting with timeline planning, scope clarification, and handoff communication to internal teams as needed.
• Build and maintain strong client, vendor, and industry relationships to enhance market intelligence, competitiveness, and overall business outcomes.
• Other job functions as defined by reporting manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial construction estimating, preferably with building envelope, roofing, green roofing, or specialty construction systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred; equivalent industry experience highly valued.
• Proven ability to perform independent quantity take‑offs, cost analysis, and full proposal preparation with a high degree of accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and meet strict deadlines in a competitive bid environment.
• High level of organization, attention to detail, and ability to analyze risk, pricing assumptions, and constructability.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and subcontractor/vendor coordination.
• Proficiency with estimating and take‑off software (e.g., PlanSwift, Jonas Construction, or comparable tools) and advanced Excel skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to make sound decisions that support business development and profitable project acquisition.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Demands:

• Full-time, in-person role based in Baltimore, MD.
• Occasional travel to jobsites and customers as necessary to perform job functions.
• Ability to lift up to 15 lbs.

Additional Information:

This position includes PPO (Personal Performance Objectives) bonus.

Benefits (after 30 days):

• Medical benefits including dental and vision
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life & disability insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)