Lead Commercial Flooring Estimator Confidential Miami, FL Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $90,000 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing 401(k) 8% Match Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) 4% Match Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Estimating material requirements from blueprints Spanish Microsoft Excel English Driver's License Bidding project phase Construction plans Construction drawing review Attention to detail Competitive bidding Estimating construction project budgets Cost estimate preparation Material cost estimating Full Job Description Lead Commercial Flooring Estimator

FLOORING & WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS MULTI-UNIT CONDOMINIUM CONSTRUCTION THE OPPORTUNITY

We're a growing flooring contractor specializing in multi-unit condominium construction, bidding tile, LVP, carpet, stone, and waterproofing systems for showers and common-area finishes. We're looking for a Head Estimator to own our bid pipeline from takeoff through contract award — someone who can price a project accurately, protect our margins, and hand off a budget the field team can actually execute. This is a high-visibility role with direct access to ownership and real influence over which projects we pursue and how we win them.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Produce bids personally from day one and later help rebuild the department Read architectural, finish, and specification drawings to scope tile, LVP, carpet, stone, and waterproofing/shower-system work across condominium units and common areas. Produce accurate material and labor quantity takeoffs using estimating software. Build complete cost estimates from current material pricing, labor rates, and subcontractor quotes. Solicit and qualify vendor and subcontractor pricing, and negotiate to keep bids competitive. Assemble clear, client-ready proposals with scope, inclusions, exclusions, and assumptions spelled out. Advise ownership on bid strategy — when to bid aggressively, hold firm, or pass on a project. Hand off awarded projects to the Project Manager with a clean, phase-by-phase budget. Price change orders and additional work after award with the same accuracy as the original bid. Maintain a unit-cost history from completed projects to sharpen future bids.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

4+ years of estimating experience in flooring, estimating high-rise, mid-rise and garden style Ability to read and take off architectural and finish plans independently. Proficiency with estimating/takeoff software and advanced Excel skills. Working knowledge of tile, LVP, carpet, stone, and waterproofing/shower-system installation methods and labor productivity rates. Sharp attention to detail — comfortable cross-checking quantities and catching errors before they reach a bid. Experience managing multiple concurrent bids under deadline pressure. Must be fluent in English

NICE TO HAVE

Familiarity with South Florida building codes and permitting Bilingual (English/Spanish). Industry credentials such as CFI (Certified Flooring Installer/Inspector) or a construction management background. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites for walks and measurements. Strong vendor and subcontractor negotiation skills.

WHY JOIN US A

steady pipeline of multi-unit condominium projects — not scrambling for the next job. Direct line to ownership; your pricing and strategy calls carry real weight. A lean team with room to build and own the estimating process your way. 401k 50% match up to 8% of salary, 401k Profit sharing ,

Dental & Vision Insurance Pay:

$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) 4% Match 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person