Estimator I Sales - Inside Sales

Builders FirstSource; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Supportive work environment

Job summary

A leading building materials supplier is looking for an Estimator I Sales - Inside Sales in Raleigh, NC. In this role, you'll analyze blueprints and prepare material lists to assist the sales department in bidding. A supportive company culture and competitive benefits are offered. Candidates should have an associate degree in construction technology and experience in the industry.

Qualifications

• Must have 2-3 years of experience in the building construction industry.
• Must practice good teamwork and effective communication.
• Ability to deal with problems in standardized situations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints to develop material lists and cost estimates.
• Review blueprints and resolve issues with Project Manager or customer.
• Determine cost factors for bids and vendor selection.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Calculating dimensions and areas

Common sense understanding for instructions

Experience with Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in construction technology

Tools

Estimating software

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

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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.

PURPOSE

Analyzes blueprints and other documentation to develop a materials list and cost estimate, which give a reasonably accurate account of material costs to the sales department and customers. These estimates are used by sales for bidding purposes; to confirm construction and labor costs on contract jobs.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Receives information from the sales representative or customer on what materials are required in pricing a job.
• Reviews blueprints, drawings & selections sheets to understand specific details and/or any errors/issues. Resolves these issues with Project Manager and/or the customer.
• Using packaged estimating software (e.g. DQ2000, Estimating and Quote System), 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.
• Maintains current, up-to-date pricing data.
• Determines how to maximize the use of stock material.
• Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes such as preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness.
• Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. May help advise contractors on engineering issues such as how to reduce construction costs on the project.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

Associate degree in construction technology from two-year college or technical school preferred. Must have prior (2-3 years) experience within the building construction industry.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints and computer manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with customers or team members. Must practice good teamwork.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as linear and square feet, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• One to two years related Windows, Microsoft Office experience and/or training. Must have ability to be trained on estimating software. Digitized software experience desirable.
• This position impacts the sales department, special projects and manufacturing. It influences the company’s ability to compete successfully in bidding for new jobs by accurately pricing materials. It also influences the efficiency of the production lines by providing accurate information regarding materials.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

• Subject to typical office environment.
• Regularly required to sit, use hands to finger handle, or work on the computer, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

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. Join us and see what’s possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

At Builders FirstSource, 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 to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here.

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.

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