Design Estimator I — Structural Pricing & Quotation

BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Short and long term disability

Paid time off

Retirement

Job summary

BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc. is seeking a Design Estimator I to translate project requirements into clear structural pricing and assumptions, support preorder activities, and collaborate with sales and estimating teams on moderate-complexity projects (50-300 hours).

You will work under supervision, develop technical proficiency, and help improve hit ratios while supporting pricing decisions with accurate quotes and timely responses to regional objectives and profitability goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or related field.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• In lieu of degree, 3+ years experience in pre-engineered metal building estimating/design.
• Proficiency in estimating and pricing software and ability to read drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate quotations and pre-order assistance for low to moderate complexity projects (50 to 300 hours +/-) with limited oversight.
• Support the sales force with information needed for setting final prices.
• Assist builders in understanding pricing software and its capabilities.
• Actively participate in team initiatives, focusing on regional objectives and profitability goals.
• Increase or maintain department quote hit ratio.
• Mentor entry-level estimators when needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Construction Management degree or related engineering field

3+ years experience in Pre-Engineered Metal Building Estimating/Design

Tools

Estimating software

Pricing software

Reading architectural drawings

Reading structural drawings

Job description

BlueScope Buildings North America, Inc. is seeking a Design Estimator I to translate project requirements into clear structural pricing and assumptions, support preorder activities, and collaborate with sales and estimating teams on moderate-complexity projects (50-300 hours).

You will work under supervision, develop technical proficiency, and help improve hit ratios while supporting pricing decisions with accurate quotes and timely responses to regional objectives and profitability goals.