Estimator I

Builders FirstSource; Indio (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Supportive culture

Job summary

Builders FirstSource is seeking a skilled professional to join our team as an estimator. You will analyze blueprints and develop material lists for cost estimation in construction projects. Your role also involves collaborating with the sales department to confirm costs and assist in vendor selection.

The ideal candidate should have an associate degree in construction technology and two years of prior experience in the building construction industry. Join our people-first culture at BFS, where we support your career growth with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have two years of prior experience in the building construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes blueprints and develops material lists for sales and customers.
• Receives material requirements and determines footage for structures.
• Provides information on materials to the sales department.
• Prepares estimates for bids and vendor selection.
• Consults with clients and vendors to formulate estimates.

Education

Associate degree in construction technology from a two-year college or technical school

Job description

Overview

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes blueprints and other documentation to develop material lists and cost estimate sheets for the sales department and customers. The estimates are used by sales for bidding purposes to confirm construction and labor costs for contract jobs.
• Receives information from sales representative or customer on what materials are required in pricing a job. Using packaged estimating software, determines the linear and square footage to build wall structures and components such as headers for doors, beams, floor joists, etc.
• Assists sales department in supplying information on materials, such as availability, substitutions, and new materials.
• Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes such as preparation of bids, vendor or subcontractor selection and the determination of cost effectiveness.
• Consults with clients, vendors and/or other individuals to formulate estimates and resolve issues.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in construction technology from a two-year college or technical school preferred.
• Must have two years of prior experience in the building construction industry.

Benefits and Culture

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people-first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day.

We offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings, see www.bldrbenefits.com.

Equal Opportunity

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

Accommodation

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