Paradise Architectural Panels & Steel · 5 hours ago
Estimating & Procurement Manager
Miami, FL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expParadise Architectural Panels & Steel specializes in high-quality architectural panels and steel fabrication. They are seeking an Estimating & Procurement Manager responsible for driving business opportunities, managing procurement strategies, and preparing cost estimates for construction projects.
Building MaterialCommercialConstruction
Responsibilities
Identify, pursue, and develop new business opportunities within commercial, architectural, and specialty construction markets
Maintain and actively leverage relationships with clients, general contractors, architects, developers, and owners
Participate in networking events, prequalification processes, and industry meetings
Support proposal development, presentations, and pricing strategies to secure new projects
Track leads, bids, and client interactions in coordination with leadership
Prepare conceptual, budgetary, design-assist, and hard-bid estimates for ACM panels, steel framing, louvers, canopies, and custom metal systems
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from architectural and structural drawings
Develop accurate labor, material, fabrication, logistics, equipment, and installation costs
Assist with value engineering solutions to improve cost efficiency while maintaining design intent and performance
Coordinate with engineering, fabrication, and field teams to validate constructability
Source, evaluate, and negotiate with material suppliers, fabricators, and subcontractors
Leverage established supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing, lead times, and favorable terms
Issue RFQs, analyze vendor proposals, and support buyout decisions
Monitor material pricing trends, availability, and supply chain risks
Support procurement planning to align with project schedules and budgets
Review bid documents, specifications, and contracts for scope clarity and risk exposure
Assist leadership in go/no-go decisions based on pricing, capacity, and risk
Prepare clear scope letters, inclusions, exclusions, and alternates
Support change order pricing and negotiation as needed
Maintain organized estimating and procurement records
Track historical cost data to improve future estimates
Coordinate closely with Project Management, Operations, and Finance teams to ensure alignment from bid to execution
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
5–10+ years of experience in construction estimating, procurement, or business development, preferably with ACM panels and steel systems
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain active relationships with clients and suppliers
Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and means and methods
Experience negotiating pricing and managing vendor relationships
Proficiency with estimating software, spreadsheets, and takeoff tools
Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
Preferred
Experience in specialty subcontracting, architectural metals, or steel fabrication
Familiarity with design-build or design-assist projects
Knowledge of South Florida or similar competitive construction markets
Business development or sales performance tied to revenue growth
Benefits
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, vision)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays)
401(k) matching contributions
Company
Paradise Architectural Panels & Steel
Paradise Architectural Panels & Steel provides fabrication, metals, architectural panels, and miscellaneous panel installation services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase