Job Description
Job Description
Fresh Start is looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Painting Estimator to join our team in Yonkers, NY.
In this role, you'll be responsible for reviewing project plans and specifications, Preparing accurate cost estimates, and developing competetive proposals for painting projects. You'll work closely with our team to help ensure projects are properly estimated, organized, and ready for successful execution.
We're looking for someone who understands painting and construction estimating, is comfortable working with numbers and deadlines, and can manage multiple projects at once,
If you have experience estimating painting projects and are looking for an opportunity to put your skills to work, we'd love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Review construction drawings, blueprints, specifications, and project requirements to determine the scope of painting work.
- Prepare accurate estimates for labor, materials, and other project costs.
- Perform quantity takeoffs using OnScreen Takeoff software and other estimating tools.
- Develop and submit detailed project bids and proposals.
- Prepare requests for information (RFIs) and change orders as needed.
- Maintain organized project files, estimating records, and bid logs.
- Follow up on submitted bids, proposals, and project opportunities.
- Coordinate with internal team members to ensure a smooth transition from estimating to field operations.
- Manage multiple estimates and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of relevant experience estimating painting projects is strongly preferred.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.
- Familiarity with OnScreen Takeoff software and Microsoft Excel.
- Understanding of labor, material costs, and construction estimating processes.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong communication skills and ability to follow up with customers and project contacts.
Apply Today:
If you have painting estimating experience and enjoy preparing accurate bids, reviewing project plans, and helping projects move forward, we encourage you to apply.