Estimator

Nucor•Xenia, IN

About The Position

Nucor Buildings Group Commercial Services is seeking an Estimator to support sales and profitability by developing safe, accurate, and cost-effective quotes for metal building systems. The Estimator works with departments across the company, the plant, outside sales, customers, and builders as part of the Nucor Buildings Group team. The role performs the quote functions needed to estimate and prepare proposals for low-rise steel building projects. Estimators follow company processes and defined schedules while contributing to tools and standards that improve department productivity and accuracy. Safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards must be upheld at all times.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, structural drawings, building specifications, and site plans.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Excel, Outlook, and Word.
Strong math and analytical skills.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or associate degree in a construction discipline.
Experience in the metal building or insulated metal panel industry.

Responsibilities

Create competitive, accurate, and thorough estimates for metal building systems in accordance with company processes, procedures, and practices.
Qualify proposals using assumed and supplementary project information.
Support sales efforts by identifying and implementing economical solutions and alternatives that provide the least-cost proposal while meeting known project conditions.
Assist in customer meetings, primarily at the proposal or closing stage, and offer value-engineering suggestions.
Use computer tools, pricing tables, and product knowledge to address relevant project costs.
Consider material costs, erection concerns, and fabrication procedures in relation to the in-place cost of the total structure.
Follow schedules defined by the Estimating Supervisor, sales team, and builders.
Proactively assist, as assigned, in developing tools and standards to improve individual and department productivity and accuracy.
Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.