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Description:Position Summary

The Project Estimator / Project Coordinator is responsible for supporting the commercial sales and operations teams through accurate project estimating, proposal preparation, project coordination, scheduling, and customer communication. This position plays a key role in ensuring commercial window and door projects are estimated accurately, processed efficiently, and completed on time while maintaining strong relationships with contractors, architects, and end users.

Key Responsibilities

· Review commercial project plans, specifications, and bid documents for Pella Products of Kansas.

· Prepare detailed and accurate material takeoffs, estimates, and quotations for commercial projects.

· Coordinate with Sales Representative, Pella Architectural Services and internal departments to obtain pricing and product information.

· Assist sales representative with submittals, change orders, RFIs, and project documentation.

· Prepare and review project contracts into an executable form.

· Track project timelines, deliveries, and installation schedules to ensure successful project execution.

· Communicate with customers, general contractors, architects, and field personnel regarding project status and requirements.

· Maintain organized project files, bid records, and correspondence.

· Identify potential project risks, discrepancies, and cost impacts during the estimating phase.

· Ensure all estimates and project activities align with company standards, specifications, capabilities and deadlines.

Requirements:Qualifications

· Understanding of commercial construction documents, blueprints, and specifications.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and Outlook.

· Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal and external teams.

Preferred Skills

· Previous experience in commercial construction, estimating, project coordination, or the window and door industry preferred.

· Understanding of construction scheduling and jobsite activities.

· Customer service and relationship-building experience.

· Ability to read architectural and shop drawings.

· Experience with estimating software, Adobe BlueBeam preferred.

· Experience with Salesforce CRM/ERP software preferred.