Commercial Estimating Intern

Commercial Estimating Intern From Onboarding to Premier Estimates Location: Phoenix, AZ Department: Estimating Reports To: Estimating Manager / Senior Estimator Program Length: 13 Weeks Employment Type: Internship Launch Your Career in Commercial Roofing Estimating Diversified Roofing is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Commercial Estimating Intern to join our Estimating Department.

This structured 13-week internship provides hands-on training in commercial roofing estimation, project analysis, quantity takeoffs, and construction costing.

This is more than a data-entry internship.

Our goal is to develop future estimators who understand commercial roofing systems, project execution, risk assessment, and how accurate estimates drive successful and profitable projects.

Working alongside experienced estimators, you'll gain real-world experience reviewing construction documents, performing takeoffs, analyzing costs, and learning industry-leading estimating practices using EDGE Estimating Software.

By the end of the program, successful interns will be capable of independently completing portions of estimates and preparing smaller project estimates for review by senior estimating professionals.

What You'll Learn Commercial roofing systems, materials, terminology, and installation methods.Reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.Quantity takeoff techniques and estimating best practices.Material, labor, equipment, freight, and subcontractor cost analysis.Risk identification, scope development, and proposal preparation.Vendor and subcontractor pricing coordination.Industry-standard estimating processes using EDGE software.Quality control procedures that ensure estimating accuracy and completeness.

Key Responsibilities Learn company estimating standards and the components of a Premier Estimate.Develop proficiency in EDGE Estimating Software.Review plans, specifications, addenda, bid invitations, and contract documents.Perform digital takeoffs for roofing systems, flashings, drains, sheet metal, insulation, and related scope items.Assist in calculating material quantities, labor requirements, equipment needs, freight, and project costs.Request, organize, and evaluate vendor and subcontractor pricing.Identify scope gaps, clarifications, exclusions, and potential project risks.Support estimate reviews and quality-control checks.Participate in project turnover and sales-to-production handoff meetings when appropriate.Analyze completed projects to understand how estimating decisions impact field execution and profitability.Maintain organized estimating files and documentation.Assist in documenting estimating procedures and EDGE workflows.Demonstrate increasing accuracy, accountability, ownership, and independence throughout the internship.

Qualifications Pursuing or recently completed a degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Architecture, or a related field.Strong math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Exc...