Construction Estimator — Home Builds & Materials

US LBM Holdings, LLC; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridout Lumber and Meek's, a division of US LBM Holdings, LLC, seeks an Estimator to prepare material estimates for home construction in line with company policy.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, interpret plans, perform take-offs, assist sales staff, and help contractors with estimating techniques while upholding safety and accuracy. Join a growing, values-driven builder with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints and technical materials.
• Interpret building plans and measurements.
• Operate networked computer systems and software.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of measurements and basic math principles.

Responsibilities

• Estimate the amount of materials needed for home construction according to company policy and local building code.
• Assist salesmen as needed with customer orders and materials lists.
• Assist in trim take-offs as requested.
• Provide assistance to contractors as needed.
• Train sales representatives in estimating techniques.
• Assist sales staff with blueprint reading and construction procedures.
• Review actual vs. estimated materials on completion of each project.
• Work on sales/ hardware counter as assigned.
• Control expenditures to conform to company budgetary requirements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Plan interpretation

Math & measurements

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree in engineering or related area

Job description

Ridout Lumber and Meek's, a division of US LBM Holdings, LLC, seeks an Estimator to prepare material estimates for home construction in line with company policy.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, interpret plans, perform take-offs, assist sales staff, and help contractors with estimating techniques while upholding safety and accuracy. Join a growing, values-driven builder with opportunities for advancement.