Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Estimator II

Caddellconstruction · Montgomery, Alabama, United States

['Montgomery, AL']

 

 

Job Title – Estimator II

Location – Montgomery, AL, on-site

Resumes will be reviewed continually.

Rewards of Working at Caddell – Paid vacations, company paid holidays, company joint funding of medical, dental, and vision insurance, life and disability plans to full-time employees, 401k, gym membership reimbursement, and use of company condominiums.

What You Will Do

  • Reads and interprets contract documents relating to the assigned major divisions.
  • Prepares accurate quantity surveys and pricing summaries.
  • Reviews estimate/sub quote files to gain information for current bids.
  • Solicits subcontractor/vendor pricing information.
  • Prepares spreadsheets and coordinates with estimating bid team members for bid day.
  • Logs and files bid documentation after bid day for estimate/sub quote file.
  • Attends pre-bid conferences and site visits.
  • Negotiates and writes subcontracts and purchase agreements.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Working Conditions – Full time, Office setting, Occasional travel required
  • Reporting Structure – Chief Estimator, Senior Estimator

What We Expect

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – Demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook.  Experienced with estimating software.  Strong written and verbal communication skills. Prioritizes conflicts in managing multiple tasks on assignments simultaneously.  Ability to train and mentor Estimator and Estimator I employees. 

Education / Experience - 

  • Minimum high school diploma/GED and seven years of construction-related experience required.
  • Four-year degree in related field and six to seven years of construction- related experience preferred. 
  • Current clearance, or the ability to obtain a Department of Defense minimum secret security clearance required.

While the salary range is typically between $69,875 - $93,200 annually, applicants are encouraged to share compensation expectations as part of the application process. Caddell honors prior experience, education, and qualifications of applicants in order to make attractive and competitive offers. 

Your career matters at Caddell, where there is a strong emphasis on the growth and development of every employee! We’re large enough to take on the most complex construction projects, but we know the contribution of each individual is the key to our success.

Caddell Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other protected classes under applicable laws and regulations.

 

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