Estimator II Sales - Inside Sales

Builders FirstSource•Indio, CA

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About The Position

Builders FirstSource is hiring an Estimator II Sales professional for inside sales. The role analyzes relatively complex blueprints and related documentation to prepare materials lists and cost estimates that provide a reasonably accurate account of material costs for the sales department and customers. Estimates support sales bids and help confirm construction and labor costs on contract jobs. The position works with sales representatives, customers, project managers, vendors, and other individuals, and provides guidance to less experienced estimators. It has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Prior 2–3 years of experience within the building construction industry.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints and computer manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively with customers or team members.
Good teamwork skills.
Ability to calculate linear and square feet, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume, and apply basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and handle problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Three to four years of related Windows and Microsoft Office experience and/or training.
Experience using estimating software.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in construction technology from a two-year college or technical school preferred.
Digitized software experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Receive information from sales representatives or customers about materials required for job pricing.
Review complex blueprints, drawings, and selection sheets to understand details and identify errors or issues; resolve them with the Project Manager and/or customer.
Use packaged estimating software to determine linear and square footage for wall structures and components such as headers, beams, and floor joists.
Assist the sales department with information about material availability, substitutions, and new materials.
Maintain current pricing data.
Determine how to maximize the use of stock material.
Compute cost factors and prepare estimates for management purposes, including bids, vendor or subcontractor selection, and cost-effectiveness decisions.
Consult with clients, vendors, and others to formulate estimates and resolve issues; help advise contractors on engineering matters such as reducing project construction costs.
Provide training and guidance to less experienced Estimators.
Perform other duties as assigned.