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Architectural Specialties Design Estimator Job

Armstrong World Industries · Lancaster, PA · 1 mo ago
Management$59k–$78k/yrFull-time

Primary Location

Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Relocation offered: No

Employment Status

Full-Time
Travel: No
Non-compete: No

Estimated Base Salary Range

The estimated base salary range for this role is $59,000 to $78,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Architectural Specialties (AS) Estimating Supervisor, the AS Design Estimator works with internal and external customers (contractors, architects) to prepare estimates by studying plans and specifications for custom metal, wood, fiberglass, and other specialties items for specific projects.
This position also has responsibility for estimating projects on a tight schedule to support the design services early in the design process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Prepares estimates for all projects within their assigned territory.
  • Follows all document procedures as outlined in the Estimating Manual.
  • Understands and uses Excel worksheets to quote projects.
  • Generates Requests for Information (RFI) where appropriate.
  • Works with in-house resources to establish cost and price on custom items.
  • Obtains current pricing from source partners and/or internal plants as required to prepare estimates as listed above.
  • Works collaboratively with the sales team as required projects.
  • Reviews bid requirements thoroughly and asks follow-up questions.
  • Works with Project Managers to develop a plan to win project according to the TCX Scale.
  • After award, reviews drawings with Project Manager and highlights areas of concern.
  • Communicates with customers daily to provide status updates as outlined in the Estimating Manual.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Qualifications

  • High school diploma/GED required.
  • 1-3 years’ experience as an estimator in a similar industry preferred.
  • Strong general mathematical abilities and experience using labor rates, machine time, material costs and usage, freight, etc. to calculate and quote projects.
  • Experience reading engineering and architectural blueprints and specifications preferred.
  • Experience in the construction industry and/or construction project management preferred.

Why Join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders.

About the Location (Lancaster PA)

Lancaster, PA. A great central location in South Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is ideally situated for easy access to major metropolitan cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and New York City.

Lancaster offers a vibrant arts and entertainment community with wonderful historic sites, B&Bs, museums, great shopping, entertainment venues and restaurants.

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.

We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.

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