Estimator II

About the role

Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market, is seeking a skilled professional to analyze complex blueprints and other documentation to develop a materials list and cost estimate.

Responsibilities

• Receives information from the sales representative or customer on what materials are required in pricing a job.
• Reviews complex blueprints, drawings & selections sheets to understand specific details and/or any errors/issues.
• Resolves these issues with Project Manager and/or the customer.
• Using packaged estimating software, determines the linear and square footage to build wall structures and components.
• Assists sales department in supplying information on materials, such as availability, substitutions, and new materials.
• Maintains current, up-to-date pricing data.
• Determines how to maximize the use of stock material.
• Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes.
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Provides training and guidance to less experienced Estimators.

Requirements

• Associate degree in construction technology from two-year college or technical school preferred.
• Prior (2-3 years) experience within the building construction industry.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints and computer manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively with customers or team members.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as linear and square feet, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Three to four years related Windows, Microsoft Office experience and/or training.
• Experienced on the use of estimating software.

Work Environment / Physical Activity

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to both typical office environment and outside locations with temperature and weather variations.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds frequently and on occasion up to 80 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or work on the computer; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Benefits

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.