Commercial Account Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Where Experience Leads and Quality Sets the Standard
VANIR delivers premium exterior installations with an emphasis on siding excellence, durability, and customer peace of mind. Our processes are structured, our crews are held to high standards, and our projects are managed with professionalism from start to finish.

What you will do

• Review architectural drawings, project specifications, and work scopes to prepare estimates.
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs of all materials, accessories, and labor.
• Collaborate with the sales team to review bid requests, clarify scope, and ensure accuracy in pricing.
• Analyze material and labor costs, factoring in waste and installation complexity.
• Provide value engineering options when applicable to maximize efficiency and cost savings.
• Preparing winning proposals and supporting documentation for customer presentations.
• Input and maintain data in estimating software and company systems (such as PlanSwift, Airtable, and Dropbox).
• Partner with field managers to support project handoff and resolve estimating discrepancies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of product and service prices and offerings

What We Are Looking For
Required:

• Strong knowledge of estimating software (PlanSwift, Bluebeam, Onscreen or similar) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong understanding of siding materials (fiber cement, vinyl, engineered wood, etc.) and installation methods.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Excellent math, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Preferred:

• High school diploma (Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred)
• 3+ years of construction estimating experience (siding, exterior cladding, or related trades preferred).

Why Vanir?

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance: Employer paid medical and dental insurance
• 401k with Company Match: Invest in your future self
• Compensation for this role is aligned with comparable positions and reflects experience, skills, and responsibilities.
• PTO: Up to 2 weeks paid vacation and 10 paid holidays upon hire
• Career Development- On the job training and advancement opportunities

Ready to be on our team?

VANIR sets the bar for exterior siding projects across the Carolinas and Georgia - and we work with leaders who respect craftsmanship, safety, and accountability. If that is you, we would love to connect. Apply today!