Estimator - Window

US LBM; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

US LBM Holdings, LLC is seeking an Estimator for our building materials operations in Saint Louis Park, MN. The role involves using computer tools to estimate material quantities for home construction according to company policies.

The position pays $25.00 per hour and requires 1–3 years in construction or related fields. You will collaborate with sales staff, assist contractors, and help train sales representatives in estimating techniques.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years construction/building materials experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret building plans.
• Comfort with measurements and basic math principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate estimates for window materials and other items.
• Generate quotations and bids within project deadlines.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and suppliers for current pricing.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Plan interpretation

Math basics

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Arrow Building Center, Lampert Lumber and Lyman Lumber Companies, divisions of US LBM provides a wide range of building materials to construction professionals, combining the advantages of our national scale with the excellent service levels, expertise, entrepreneurial culture and customer relationships of our local brands.

As a people-first company, passionate about continuous improvement, US LBM is proud to provide our associates access to the resources, training and developmental opportunities to empower them to succeed today, while growing professionally and preparing for the challenges of tomorrow.

A Brief Overview

The Estimator uses computer technology and mathematical skill to prepare an estimation of the amount of material needed for the construction of a home in accordance with Company policies.

Pay Rate

$25.00 per hour

What You Will Do

• Prepare accurate estimates for window materials.
• Generate detailed quotations and bid proposals within project deadlines.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and suppliers to obtain current pricing.
• Assist salesmen as needed with customer orders and materials lists.
• Provide assistance to contractors as needed.
• Train sales representatives in estimating techniques.
• Assist sales staff with blueprint reading and construction procedures.
• Review actual vs. estimated materials on completion of each project.
• Control expenditures to conform to company budgetary requirements.

Required For All Jobs

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Adhere to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.
• Participate in and complete assigned trainings.

Experience Qualifications

• 1-3 years construction and building materials related experience required.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read blueprints and other technical materials.
• Ability to interpret building plans in diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to operate networked computer systems and specialized software application programs and to instruct others in effective use of application software.
• Must have excellent oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of measurements and basic math principles.

Arrow Building Center, Lampert Lumber and Lyman Lumber Companies, divisions of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.