Building Materials Estimator Level II

Builders-Warehouse; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 Paid Holidays

Employee Discount

401k Retirement Plan

Profit Sharing Plan

Job summary

Builders-Warehouse in Denver, CO is seeking an experienced Building Materials Estimator to prepare material estimates for residential and commercial projects. You will read sketches and drawings, collaborate with contractors and sales, and ensure accurate, timely quotes.

This role emphasizes customer service, attention to detail, and ability to work with take-offs and CAD files. A strong background in construction estimating and office software is essential, with mentoring duties possible as

Qualifications

• Must read, interpret, and use customer-supplied documentation.
• Able to work with minimum supervision and self-check for completeness and accuracy of work produced.
• Able to receive and transmit drawings electronically with or without translation into a customer CAD software.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new computer software programs.

Responsibilities

• Produces building material estimates for customer projects based on sketches, blueprints, mechanical drawings, take-offs or specifications.
• Directly works with contractors and contractor sales to analyze material requirements and produce estimates.
• Enter material and price quotes into the computer as needed.
• Maintains contact with customers and employees in person and on the telephone.
• Mentor and train new team members to adapt and succeed.

Skills

Read and interpret documentation

Self-checking for completeness

Transmit drawings electronically

Microsoft Office

Learn new software programs

Self-starter

Design reviews

Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management/Estimating

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Inside Support Full-time Regular Full-time Estimating Hub - CO, Denver, CO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2093

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly

Location: Builders

Status: Full-time

Summary: Responsible for estimating building materials for residential and commercial projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides the highest level possible of customer service and public relations.
• Produce building material estimates for customer projects based on sketches, blueprints, mechanical drawings, electronic images, take-offs or specifications.
• Directly work with contractors and contractor sales to analyze material requirements and produce material estimates.
• Closely work with contractor sales to ensure that the drawings convey the correct information and are error free to ensure final estimate.
• Enter material and price quotes into the computer if needed.
• Maintains appropriate business contact with customers and employees in person and on the telephone.
• Answers telephone inquiries pleasantly and promptly.
• Follows up on notes and customer information concerns.
• Maintains and promotes a safe working environment and follows all safety rules.
• Be a mentor – Train and help new Team Members to adapt and succeed.
• Promotes team building concept.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures.

**NOTE: These are the essential, but not limited, functions of the Building Materials Estimator Level II position. Management has the discretion to add to or change the duties/responsibilities to be

performed by this position.

Education:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Estimating or related field is preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED (General Education Degree) is required.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years experience in estimating.
• Minimum of 3 multi-family and/or commercial estimating.
• Building industry knowledge required.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• Must be able to read, interpret, and use customer-supplied documentation.
• Able to work with minimum supervision and capable of self-checking for completeness and accuracy of work produced.
• Able to receive and transmit drawings electronically with or without translation into a customer CAD software.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office and ability to learn new computer software programs.
• Must be a self-starter and able to contribute in design reviews.
• Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to reach, bend and move about the facility.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 15 lbs.

Equipment Used:

• Computer
• Calculator
• Copy Machine
• Fax Machine
• Telephone

Supervisory Responsibility:

No supervisory responsibility with this position.

Environment and Working Conditions:

Usual office working conditions. Customer service assigned in a good, fast paced environment.

Company Location:

4400 Kittredge St, Suite 50 - Denver, CO

Benefits:

• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employee Discount
• 401k Retirement Plan (with company match)
• Profit Sharing Plan

Insurance

• Medical
• Vision
• Disability
• Life
• Medical and Dependent Flex Accounts
• HSA Account

Background check and pre-employment drug test required.

Builders serves the Nebraska and Colorado markets plus the surrounding areas. We are a family-oriented company seeking constant improvement to support services and being proactive in meeting our customers’ needs. We do this by building relationships with our customers in order to help them achieve their project goals with teamwork-oriented staff, quality products and outstanding customer service. Our customers include contractors, builders, re-modelers and do-it-yourselfers. We offer building materials and home improvement essentials.

Each location/department within our organization plays a vital role in helping our customers determine the best solutions for their project, home or commercial needs. Working as a core TEAM we guide our customers from start to finish no matter how large or small. Our TEAM sells, designs, builds and installs the products needed to assist our customers in achieving their goals. Customer Service is KEY to Exceeding our Customers’ Expectations.