Estimator & Procurement Manager
Lancaster Management Services Inc.About the Position We are seeking someone with at least three years of relevant estimating, purchasing, procurement, or project-coordination experience , ideally involving commercial furnishings, institutional equipment, building products, or specialty installation work. Candidates should be comfortable reading specifications and project documents, comparing supplier quotes, and building estimates that include both materials and installed labor. Strong spreadsheet skills, attention to detail, professional communication, and the ability to manage several projects at once are important. Experience with public-sector bids, school projects, prevailing-wage work, doors and hardware, bleachers, commercial furniture, or specialty construction products is a plus. Familiarity with Odoo or a similar estimating, purchasing, or project-management system is also preferred. Relevant hands-on experience and demonstrated ability are more important than a specific degree. Key Responsibilities · Review bids and project requirements. Read plans, specifications, bid packages, and proposed contracts. Identify quantities, scope, deadlines, exclusions, and requirements involving installation, warranties, insurance, bonding, and prevailing wage. Flag unclear or unusual terms for leadership review. · Prepare complete project estimates. Develop accurate cost estimates that account for products, freight, delivery, installation labor, demolition and disposal, equipment rentals, subcontractors, and other project expenses. Apply company-approved pricing and profit targets. · Source products and obtain competitive quotes. Work directly with manufacturers, distributors, and subcontractors to request pricing, compare proposals, confirm specifications, evaluate alternatives, and verify availability and lead times. Negotiate pricing and purchasing terms within company guidelines. · Prepare clear customer proposals. Support sales with organized quotes that clearly explain what is included, what is excluded, and any assumptions or conditions. Track bid deadlines, revisions, supplier quote expiration dates, and outstanding questions. · Manage purchasing and supplier follow-through. Prepare and track purchase orders, verify order acknowledgments, and confirm quantities, finishes, dimensions, hardware, and delivery requirements before orders are released. Address discrepancies, backorders, and supplier issues promptly. · Maintain records and coordinate project handoffs. Keep estimates, supplier quotes, purchase orders, and project information organized in Odoo and related systems. Provide project management with the approved scope, budget, order status, lead times, and installation requirements. Assist with change-order pricing and review estimated versus actual costs to improve future bids. About ISP+ ISP+ provides commercial furniture, equipment, and installation solutions for schools, universities, municipalities, healthcare facilities, senior living communities, athletic facilities, and other commercial customers. Our projects range from furniture and bleachers to doors, hardware, partitions, specialty equipment, and complete installation packages. We help customers select the right products and coordinate purchasing, freight, delivery, and installation. We are looking for an organized, detail-oriented Estimator & Procurement Manager to take ownership of project estimating and purchasing. This is a hands-on position for someone who can review project documents, understand the scope of work, obtain accurate supplier pricing, and turn that information into a complete, profitable proposal. Pay: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) 4% Match Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Work Location: In person