Project Estimator/ Account Manager (Insulation)

Cedar Rapids, IA | Full time | Primarily Residential (new + existing)

We are Thermal Shop. Fast-moving, high-standards, zero-excuses. Builders hire us because we communicate, hit dates, and keep jobs clean. If you own outcomes and keep everyone on the same page, read on.

What you’ll do

  • Turn plans and site info into tight scopes and prices using STACK.

  • Run the job: handoff to production, be the primary daytime point of contact for crews and builders, manage changes/COs, and close out clean.

  • Keep schedules moving and customers informed.

  • Capture lessons learned to improve templates and processes.

Typical time split: Estimating 50%+, PM/calls 10–20%, on-site 10% or less, the rest internal coordination.

Note: Occasionally you may need to be available after hours or on a weekend to resolve an urgent project issue. It’s rare, but it happens.

What good looks like

  • Daily STACK takeoffs with 3–5 bid packages per day.

  • Clear, proactive communication with builders, homeowners, and our installers.

  • Point of contact during production; able to make sound judgment calls without hand-holding.

  • Excellent customer experience and a reputation-enhancing closeout on every job.

You

  • 2+ years in construction estimating or PM (insulation a plus, not required).

  • Confident reading plans and scoping work; organized and responsive.

  • Steady under pressure, direct communicator, customers-first mindset.

  • Valid driver’s license; comfortable with a few local site visits each week.

Tools you’ll use

  • STACK for takeoffs.

  • Our internal job tools and templates.

  • Company-provided laptop, phone, and everything else you need to succeed.

Compensation

  • Base salary: $70,000–$85,000 DOE.

  • Commission: 1% of collected revenue on jobs you estimate and run, paid after successful execution, payment is received, and the estimate is reasonably accurate (within agreed variance).

  • Target total comp is six figures when you’re running a healthy book. Your upside grows with volume and clean execution.

Benefits

  • 3 weeks PTO plus paid holidays.

  • 401(k) implemented no later than January 1, 2026.

  • Medical stipend available immediately until the full medical package rolls out.

  • Mileage reimbursement.

How we hire

  1. Quick phone screen.

  2. In-person interview with a practical exercise using test prints.

  3. References and a short ride-along or shop visit if needed.
    We move promptly and keep you informed at each step.

Our culture

High energy. Customer-first. Own your work. We protect margins by doing the basics right: clean scopes, tight communication, and flawless handoffs. You’ll get autonomy, accountability, and the support to deliver great outcomes for builders and homeowners.

How to Apply

Email admin@thermalshop.com with the subject line “Project Estimator / Name.”