Junior Estimator - Commercial Roofing

Location: Irmo, SC (Charlotte / Southeast region)

Reports To: Senior Commercial Estimator

Employment Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire

Work Arrangement: Remote/Hybrid

About Archline Service Partners

Archline Service Partners is a residential and commercial roofing and exterior improvement services partnership of market-leading companies across the Southeast. We're on a mission to be the most trusted roofing service provider, period — built on quality craftsmanship, unwavering integrity, and unrivaled service. Joining Archline means joining a family of partner companies with the resources and infrastructure of a larger organization, while preserving the culture that makes each partner brand unique.

Position Overview

The Junior Estimator – Commercial supports the Senior Commercial Estimator in developing accurate, competitive bids for commercial roofing projects. This is an entry-level, training-focused role for someone looking to build a career in commercial roofing estimating, combined with hands-on learning in takeoffs and cost analysis with exposure to client management, bid strategy, and project coordination. This role reports directly to the Senior Commercial Estimator and will take on the normal course responsibilities expected of a Junior Commercial Estimator in the roofing services industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Commercial Estimator in preparing detailed, accurate cost estimates for commercial roofing projects, including labor, materials, and equipment
• Perform quantity takeoffs from architectural plans, blueprints, and project specifications
• Review invitations to bid (ITBs) and requests for proposals (RFPs) and help track relevant bid opportunities
• Conduct site visits and on-site evaluations to gather field measurements and assess existing roof conditions
• Roof surveys on site.
• Research and maintain current market data on material and labor costs to support pricing accuracy
• Compile and organize historical estimating data (purchase orders, subcontracts, prior bids) to support future estimates and identify trends
• Assist in soliciting and comparing subcontractor and supplier pricing with job quotes
• Help prepare bid proposal packages, cost comparisons, and job cost reports
• Support value engineering efforts by identifying cost-effective materials and system alternatives
• Track bid opportunities and estimate status using company CRM/estimating software
• Coordinate hand-off of awarded estimates and scope details to the project management team
• Maintain clear, professional communication with clients, suppliers, and internal teams throughout the bid process
• Ensure all estimates and documentation comply with company processes and industry standards
• Enter warranties with the manufacturers

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in construction estimating, roofing, or a related field (roofing preferred)
• Working knowledge of, or strong willingness to learn, commercial roofing systems, materials, and industry terminology
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, submittals, and technical specifications (or aptitude to learn quickly)
• Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills with close attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace; familiarity with estimating or takeoff software (e.g., PlanSwift 11) a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple bids/deadlines at once
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for site visits
• OSHA 10 certification preferred, or willingness to obtain

What Success Looks Like

• Accurately completes takeoffs and cost inputs under the guidance of the Senior Commercial Estimator
• Builds proficiency in estimating software and company bid processes within the first 90 days
• Develops a working knowledge of unit costs, systems, and square-foot pricing benchmarks
• Demonstrates increasing independence in preparing preliminary budgets and estimates over time
• Team player

What We Offer

• Direct mentorship from a Senior Commercial Estimator and a clear growth path toward a full Commercial Estimator role
• Exposure to a growing multi-brand commercial and residential roofing platform
• Direct Hire
• Company Vehicle
• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Structure
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• PTO