Multifamily Estimator

About the role

UFP Site Built is the leader in designing and manufacturing value-added wood and non-wood products for the construction industry. We offer a wide variety of wood structural components, aluminum decks and rails, and light gauge steel structural components.

Responsibilities

• Provides a detailed list of material estimates from drawings for purchasing and field construction
• Estimates and submits proposals for approval
• Assists coordinating the project at various stages with shipping lists, field support take offs, and construction
• Communicates effectively with all organizational levels
• Provides problem-solving solutions using Building Codes and product information
• Assist other estimators
• Works with estimating & Project Management to complete assignments in a timely manner
• Compile legible quotes for submission to client
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• 3-5 Years of Experience with Multi-family / Commercial estimating required
• Proficiency in hand done material take-offs
• Working knowledge and experience using Planswift or excel preferred
• Working knowledge and experience reading architectural and engineered drawings
• Construction experience with hands on framing experience preferred

Skills

• Proficiency in the use of the English language in reading, writing and speaking
• Excellent written skills
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings
• Ability to read, understand and interpret building codes
• Strong math skills including algebra and geometry
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Ability to use a computer terminal
• Ability to learn estimating software
• Ability to successfully interact with all organizational levels and the public
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, including customers, builders, peers, and management
• Ability to manage several activities/projects at once, to organize and prioritize work, to meet deadlines, and work under little supervision
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and ability to learn estimating software
• Ability to perform duties independently, while also functioning as part of the overall team
• Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time, be mobile in the work environment, and work hours mandated by management
• Ability to pass a drug test