Buildings Estimator

The purpose of this document is to define the duties and accountabilities for the Estimator I, Estimator II, and Estimator III positions. Estimator is responsible for providing direct pricing support to internal and external customers on design/build and publicly bid projects using the most current pricing available. They will also be supported in ensuring estimates are being done in accordance with the high standards of the organization. 

BASIC FUNCTION: 

• Prepares estimates from information received such as contract drawings, specifications, and addendums using in-house pricing software, supplemental design and pricing programs and information obtained from vendors. 

• Identifies exclusions, discrepancies, missing information and obtains clarification and qualifies the quotation based on that information.  

• Provides adds, deducts, or alternates as requested to estimates that require special pricing beyond the current capabilities of the pricing software. 

• Ensures the use of the most current pricing information when preparing the estimate. 

• Builds and maintains Builder/Vendor relationships.  

• Communicates with Builders, Sales, Customer Service and Engineering regarding any clarification of scope/design intent that the Estimator was involved in. 

• Provides training to Builder Network and Field Sales on proper use of inhouse pricing tool.  

• Manages and prioritizes multiple workflows simultaneously. 

• Continually improve productivity, accuracy and ability. 

• Understand the role in the overall system and be willing to step outside that role when required. 

• Reports to Estimating Manager.  

• Work related travel would typically be less than 2 times per year 

Estimator I:

• Good mathematical and analytical skills. 

• Ability to communicate effectively through written and verbal methods. 

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and project specifications.  

• Must be comfortable on the phone with customers and Field Sales. 

• Must be detail and customer service oriented. 

• CAD experience preferred. 

• Must be computer proficient and exhibit competency using in-house pricing programs and Excel.  

• Basic PEMB knowledge in product offerings and design considerations 

• High school diploma is required. Associates degree in related field preferred. 

• Typically 2-years metal building experience or related field. 

Estimator II:

• Evaluates customer provided information for cost effective solutions (value engineering).  

• Self performs and/or checks complex estimates with little guidance.  

• Advanced PEMB knowledge in product offerings, design considerations, and in-house pricing programs 

• Basic working knowledge in design tools/procedures 

• Typically 4-years metal building experience or related field  

• Train and mentor less experienced Estimators 

Estimator III:

• Exhibits near mastery of PEMB knowledge in product offerings, design considerations, and in-house pricing programs 

• Advanced working knowledge in design tools/procedures 

• Provide supervision in the absence of Estimating Manager and provide technical support for Estimating staff.  

• Typically 10-years metal building experience or related field  

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands? 

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. 

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster here along with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here. If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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