In-House Construction Estimator

Description Exciting Opportunity: Join Our Team as an In-House Handyman Sales Specialist! Only seeking applicants local to the Austin, TX area Weekly Schedule: Mon - Fri (*occassional Saturdays) 8:00am - 5:00pm **Must Have a minimum of 5 - 10 years construction/handyman field experience. This is not a remote position, but you may have the opportunity to work from home a percentage of the time after 60 - 90 days of training in the office ( Hybrid )*. 3/2 Hybrid schedule: 3days at home /2 days in the office. As a commission employee, the Construction Estimator has great potential to increase earnings daily, based on productivity and sales. Compensation can also be increased by turning in leads for additional services through ABC’s Lead Now program. As a commission employee, you control your earnings potential. Commission begins after training has been completed & obtained a few sales that have completed. HOW YOU CAN HELP US As ABC’s In-House Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for providing exceptional customer service to all customers of ABC at all times. Professional behavior is expected at all times while working with residential and with ABC colleagues. Listens to customers’ requests or concerns and makes recommendations for how to best address their home or business improvement needs. WHAT YOU’LL DO Works closely with ABC customer service representatives and outside sales; promptly follows up on phone leads for customers requesting residential handyman or remodeling services. As applicable, provides service quote over phone or schedules face to face appointments with customer to have an outside estimator meet with customer to develop and present a more comprehensive construction estimates and plans. Works closely with the Construction Service Manager and Construction Scheduling Coordinator to ensure clear communication through the sales and construction process, internally with all appropriate ABC representatives. Advises clients in the context of all ABC construction services including but not limited to small handyman projects, maintenance projects or more significant home or business improvement projects. Develops and maintains effective working relationships with all ABC construction specialists to ensure excellence in communication at all times and to ensure that a high level of service is always delivered to ABC customers. • Spends the majority of the time inside the office answering phone calls to determine if the customer needs a ½ or full day block for their project. Also schedules bid jobs on outside estimators to visit the customer in person. Takes steps to continuously develop specialized knowledge of construction services and all the other services provided by ABC. Creates sales agreements; completes and submits all required paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Communicates special instructions to field and office personnel as needed to ensure all details of sales agreement is delivered to customer. Follow up with all customer sales agreements not closed. • Consistently follows through with all proposals. Attend required department meetings and company or vendor training as required. During your training you will be required to train in the office for 60 - 90 days.* Other duties as assigned. Requirements WHAT WE LOOK FOR Ability to sit for long periods of time - this is a desk job. Minimum of 5 - 10 years construction/handyman field experience required. Previous outside sales experience is preferred. Strong presentation skills and outstanding phone etiquette is required. Ability to listen and understand the client’s concerns; excellent interpersonal and written skills. Proficient with email, Microsoft Office, smart phone, tablet and computers. Able to multi-task and still keep strong attention to details. Keeping up with long schedules during the peak season; time management skills are required. Builds new business relationships and develops business communications with existing clients. WHAT WE OFFER Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance 401(k) with company matching Paid vacation and sick leave (PTO) Profit sharing bonuses Lead Now Program for all employees to increase earnings and pay Company clubs & committees, and company outings Paid trainings and development opportunities Tuition reimbursement Educational scholarships for employees and family members Wellness program, including gym membership Company vehicle with gas card (for service specialists) (Hybrid Schedule) Potential to work from home a percentage of the time after 60 - 90 days of training * . WHO WE ARE ABC Home & Commercial is a family owned and operated business, providing a fun, stable, and challenging environment to grow, learn, and serve in our community. We’re pleased to have a diverse group of employees and believe strongly in a work/life balance while building long-term, trusting relationships with our customers and employees. At ABC you’ll quickly learn what it’s like to become part of a team that believes in fulfilling commitments, serving others, supporting families, and building our community. To learn more about ABC and to view a full list of our services, visit www.abchomeandcommercial.com Join Our Team Today: If you're ready to become part of a team that values integrity, innovation, and community, apply now! We can't wait to welcome you to the ABC Team. ABC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note that if an offer is extended , we conduct the following pre-employment screenings: drug screen, physical exam, physical performance evaluation (PPE), E-Verify (I-9), comprehensive criminal background check, and a 7-year Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) review. Must hold a valid driver’s license with an issue date of at least five years prior to the date of application. Because of our commercial auto insurance requirements, candidates must have a minimum of five consecutive (current and most recent) years of verifiable good driving history. This requirement applies only to the most recent five years of driving history, not total lifetime driving experience. Any DWI/DUI within the past four years may impact eligibility for employment and may result in withdrawal of a conditional offer. *As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to respecting the religious beliefs and practices of all individuals. We will consider reasonable accommodation requests from applicants and employees who require adjustments to their work schedules or practices due to sincerely held religious beliefs, provided such accommodations do not create an undue hardship on the company’s operations.