Estimator

Gulfeagle Supply; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfeagle Supply is seeking an Estimator who will read architectural plans and produce detailed drawings using CAD software. The role requires reviewing roof plans, modifying and releasing drawings, and acting as a CAD consultant for product applications.

You will maintain records, assist with order entry, and communicate with branch personnel and contractors to ensure accurate quantities and cost-effective design options. A post-secondary CAD education is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD drafting and reading architectural drawings.
• Proficient in using word processing and general computer software.
• Strong ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to communicate clearly with branch personnel and contractors.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review roof plans and release drawings using a CAD system.
• Produce owner drawings and custom details for projects.
• Assist with entry of orders and respond to inventory inquiries.
• Maintain filing of quoted jobs for easy access up to 2 years from quote date.
• Coordinate with Branch Manager to meet sales and budget goals.

Skills

CAD drafting

Computer literacy

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary education in CAD Drafting

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Gulfeagle Supply is a family-owned business with over 100+ locations nationwide. We are a full line distributor of residential and commercial roofing and building products. Gulfeagle Supply specializes in servicing the professional contractor while also providing a variety of products and services to the homeowner, building owner, architect and general contractor. We take pride in delivering the highest quality and best value to our customers and we would be pleased to make you part of the mission. Here at Gulfeagle we are "Building a Career for YOU"

Estimator

JOB SUMMARY

The Estimator must be well versed in Auto CAD and reading architectural plans.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Receive roof plans, review, modify, and release plans using a CAD system.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Equipment: Maintain working knowledge of all equipment and software needed to perform duties of position

Design: Produce owner drawings, custom detailed drawings, modify and release drawings using a CAD system.

Value Engineering: Alternate suggestions should be made to the requesting party of how to offer a more cost effective design.

Communication: Consistent and clear communication between branch personnel and sometimes directly with contractor.

Record Keeping: Assist team with order entry and inventory inquiries. Responsible for “filing” all jobs that have been quoted so they can be easily accessed up until 2 years from date of quote.

Accountability: Reports directly to the Branch Manager.

Branch Sales: Meet expectations as determined by the Branch Manager and budget as it relates to Branch Total Sales, specifically: Warehouse Sales and Budget, Direct Sales as well as the number of New Accounts opened.

Product Knowledge: Act as a consultant with regard to the characteristics, uses and benefits of the entire line of products that can be used in the marketplace. Knowledgeable on non-commodity & specialty products.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic elements of English language usage, spelling, and mathematics.
• Ability to utilize computers including word processing programs.
• Knowledge of office methods, practices, and procedures, and ability to make mathematical calculations.
• Experienced and educated in Computer Aided Design (CAD)
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in making decisions.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships as part of a team effort with those contacted in the performance of duties, in include all employees and customers.

EDUCATION

• Must have a post-secondary education in CAD Drafting

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform additional business duties as assigned by his or her Regional and Branch Manager.