Estimator

US LBM•Hayward, WI

20d

About The Position

The Estimator uses computer technology and mathematical skills to estimate the materials needed to construct homes in accordance with company policies and local building codes. The role supports sales staff and contractors with customer orders, material lists, trim take-offs, blueprint interpretation, and construction procedures. It also reviews actual material use against estimates, may work at the sales or hardware counter as assigned, and helps control expenditures within company budget requirements. The listed pay rate is $25.00–$27.00 per hour. An associate's degree in engineering or a related area and 1–3 years of construction and building-materials-related experience are required.

Requirements

Associate's degree in engineering or a related area.
1–3 years of construction and building-materials-related experience.
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 applications, and to instruct others in effective use of application software.
Excellent oral communication skills and positive interpersonal skills.
Understanding of measurements and basic math principles.

Responsibilities

Estimate materials needed for home construction according to company policy and local building codes.
Assist salesmen with customer orders and materials lists as needed.
Assist with trim take-offs as requested.
Provide assistance to contractors as needed.
Train sales representatives in estimating techniques.
Assist sales staff with blueprint reading and construction procedures.
Review actual versus estimated materials upon completion of each project.
Work at the sales or hardware counter as assigned.
Control expenditures to conform to company budgetary requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.
Adhere to the company's commitment to workplace safety.
Participate in and complete assigned trainings.