Regional Estimator Jobs

Base Compensation Range: $60,000 – $80,000 annually

Estimating Region: Supports the Midwest region and can either work remotely or from one of our Midwest office locations such as Chicago, St. Louis, or Kansas City (candidates living in the Midwest are preferred)
BluSky offers a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following for this position:

• Paid time off
• Extended benefits: Remote Work, Employee Assistance Program, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage, LegalShield, Professional Development, and more.
• Disability insurance
• Paid Employee Referral Program
• Equipment appropriate to the position (i.e., laptop, smartphone, etc.)
• Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Corporate apparel allowance
• Expense account
• Paid holidays

We pride ourselves on hiring the best candidates to join the BluSky family and are passionate about our team, culture, and services. BluSky is seeking the most talented, driven, and professional individuals who want to grow their careers, be a part of a supportive team and have the passion for succeeding.
The Regional Estimator is an intricate part of the regional estimating process. This is a very interactive position that will regularly work with all members of the sales and operations teams to drive accurate, timely, and competitive proposals. Expertise with insurance-related estimating and Xactimate is a must.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide full estimating on all types of projects (large, small, complex, hard bid, negotiated) and help train, support, and mentor sales and estimating teams.
• Review estimates and subcontractor proposals for accuracy and completeness.
• Assist in determining subcontractors to include in the bidding process if needed.
• Assist with budget training and a better buyout process.
• Assist in estimate or proposal submittals to clients.
• Receive scope notes, sketches, and photos of individual jobs from field staff.
• Other duties, projects, and responsibilities as assigned.
• Review all data and prepare estimates for review by field staff and supervisors as required.
• Assist in the buyout process and budget set-up.
• Schedule and lead select project reviews.
• Stay apprised of current bid market conditions.

COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively, including multitasking and working in an environment with changing priorities.
• Ability to manage conflict and facilitate successful outcomes.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to establish relationships and build trust throughout the organization.
• Ability to work in an extremely fast-paced environment.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Organized and detailed with proven ability to fulfill all responsibilities for multiple residential and complex commercial construction projects.
• Proficient with building/estimating techniques and software.
• A current driver’s license is required.
• Ability to coordinate and supervise group work efforts.
• 5+ years of construction estimating experience preferred, Insurance Restoration Estimating/Xactimate.
• Possess a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Able to estimate all types of projects and contracts (hard bid, negotiated, and paper napkin bid), plus
• Ability to prepare estimates with minimal supervision.
• Applicable mathematical skills.

TRAVEL:

• Minimal travel. Some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected for training or meetings.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS:

The work environment characteristics described here represent those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear. The employee is required to move and walk around the office regularly.

EEOC:

BluSky is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. BluSky prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 or over, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other applicable status protected by Federal, State, or local law.