Senior Estimator & Material Takeoff - Post-Frame

Plaintalentconnection; Gordonville (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Stable, growing company

Opportunities for professional growth

Family-oriented work environment

Job summary

AFE Builders is seeking an experienced Estimator / Material Takeoff Specialist to join our growing team in the United States. You will review construction plans, prepare material takeoffs, and develop detailed cost estimates to support bidding and pre-construction activities.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in post-frame, agricultural, residential, or commercial construction, with a strong ability to interpret plans and specifications and maintain meticulous attention to

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction estimating experience.
• Experience with post-frame, pole barn, agricultural, commercial, or residential projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, blueprints, and specifications.
• Proficient with Excel, Word, and email/digital tools.
• Experience with estimating software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Perform accurate material takeoffs for post-frame structures.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates including labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractor pricing.
• Request and evaluate vendor and supplier quotes.
• Collaborate with sales, project management, and field teams to ensure estimate accuracy.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and value engineering solutions.
• Maintain pricing databases and estimating templates.
• Support project handoff meetings after contract award.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and project planning activities.
• Communicate with customers, vendors, and subcontractors as needed.
• Ensure all estimates align with company standards, building codes, and project requirements.

Skills

Estimating

Blueprint reading

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Project management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Email tools

Estimating software

Job description

AFE Builders is seeking an experienced Estimator / Material Takeoff Specialist to join our growing team in the United States. You will review construction plans, prepare material takeoffs, and develop detailed cost estimates to support bidding and pre-construction activities.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in post-frame, agricultural, residential, or commercial construction, with a strong ability to interpret plans and specifications and maintain meticulous attention to