Estimator

Fargo Glass & Paint•Minot, ND

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Fargo Glass & Paint as an Estimator & become an Employee Owner! Summary: Review architectural drawings and specifications to create complete estimates for materials and labor to complete commercial glazing projects. Role and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs. 90% Estimator 10% Preliminary work with architects, engineers, general contractors, and owners Reviews and evaluates Requests for Estimates Prepares weekly bid calendar and ensures timely completion of estimates Continues to follow-up on estimates and track progress of bids Where predetermined standard(s) are not available, makes an estimate Schedules meetings with Architects and Contractors to continue to generate leads Attends departmental meetings as required. Acts as Project Manager when necessary Copies project drawings and specification documents Will greet customers and the public in person and on the telephone, answers questions and directs to appropriate individual when necessary. May assist in product layout and applications Executes take-off of construction documents Inputs take-offs into computer spreadsheet Prepares cost analysis Assists in product submittals Partners with our Safety Department and Operations Leadership to promote and ensure a safe work environment and ensure all safety precautions are met. Prompt and reliable attendance. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs

Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable under Company’s insurance.
Working experience of computers and experience with MS Office 365 (Word & Excel).
Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication skills as well as proven customer service.
Detail oriented with strong organizational, negotiating, and problem-solving skills.
Able to work under minimal supervision, manage multiple tasks and interact with others in a professional manner.
Associate’s Degree in estimating, drafting, engineering, or related field, one or more years of experience or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of MS Office 365 (Word & Excel)
Experience reading blueprints and specifications
Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints
Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
Ability to organize and direct oneself

Nice To Haves

AutoCAD experience is a bonus.
AutoCAD experience preferred

Responsibilities

Reviews and evaluates Requests for Estimates
Prepares weekly bid calendar and ensures timely completion of estimates
Continues to follow-up on estimates and track progress of bids
Where predetermined standard(s) are not available, makes an estimate
Schedules meetings with Architects and Contractors to continue to generate leads
Attends departmental meetings as required.
Acts as Project Manager when necessary
Copies project drawings and specification documents
Will greet customers and the public in person and on the telephone, answers questions and directs to appropriate individual when necessary.
May assist in product layout and applications
Executes take-off of construction documents
Inputs take-offs into computer spreadsheet
Prepares cost analysis
Assists in product submittals
Partners with our Safety Department and Operations Leadership to promote and ensure a safe work environment and ensure all safety precautions are met.
Prompt and reliable attendance.