Construction Estimator: Takeoffs, Bids & Specs

Steel Dynamics, Inc; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

New Millennium is seeking a sales estimator to review contract drawings, specs and addendums, and enter data into spreadsheets for quoting projects. You will work closely with the internal sales team to compile information for pricing and ensure on-time bids.

Responsibilities include preparing joist and deck material takeoffs from drawings, understanding industry practices, tracking addendums, and coordinating with customers, engineers, and internal departments.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic building construction, design, drawings, specifications.
• Knowledge of basic geometry and strong math skills.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to coordinate, multitask and be detail-oriented under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare joist and deck material take off from contract drawings to meet customer deadlines.
• Read and understand drawings, specs, addendums, industry practices, plant and shipping restrictions.
• Track addendums and update bid calendar on Salesforce.
• Assist DSM with coordination and bid specific information.
• Communicate with customers, engineers, architects, and other internal departments as needed.
• Work as needed upfront with sales engineer to assure accurate design and cost savings.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Multitasking

Education

2-year degree in Arch/Eng design

Job description

New Millennium is seeking a sales estimator to review contract drawings, specs and addendums, and enter data into spreadsheets for quoting projects. You will work closely with the internal sales team to compile information for pricing and ensure on-time bids.

Responsibilities include preparing joist and deck material takeoffs from drawings, understanding industry practices, tracking addendums, and coordinating with customers, engineers, and internal departments.