Job Description
Estimator 1
Estimator position located in Newnan, GA (onsite) is focused on providing detailed estimates to our customers in a timely manner. Regularly work from architectural drawings and specifications, shop drawings or elevation take-offs and reports to the Estimating Manager.
This role is perfect for an individual who is organized, a self-starter with the ability to handle multiple projects, and prioritize workload. A vital member of the Estimating Department, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.
Job responsibilities include:
- Evaluate bid specifications and drawings, ensuring that the required data is obtained to successfully bid and win the project. Estimators must aggressively follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received. Estimators also work with the Project Management teams to follow-up on bids and budgets to close the business.
- Achieve acceptable sales and margin levels. Monitor actual vs. estimated costs and work with estimating manager to adjust standards accordingly.
- Provide detailed estimates to our customers in a timely manner. Work from architectural drawings and specifications, shop drawings or elevation take-offs.
- Provide consultation, coordination, and assistance to our customers, sales force and internal personnel.
What We Are Looking For:
- 3+ years prior experience estimating mid-size projects from architectural drawings and specifications.
- Ability to read, interpret, & understand architectural drawings and specifications and provide detailed take offs and estimates that incorporate different building envelope solutions.
- Experience using electronic estimating tools, including estimating software, on-screen take-off tools and Excel spread sheets.
- Knowledge of aluminum glazing systems & their applications.
- Understanding of metal systems, composite metal panels, and other infill options as well as their applications
What OBE Offers You:
- Benefits that benefit you industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
- Work-life balance PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
- Compensation that rewards your hard work A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
- Training We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed
OBE is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope is an E-Verify Employer.
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