Estimator

We are Builders FirstSource, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. You'll feel proud of the work you do here every day to transform the future of home building and help make the dream of home ownership more achievable. At BFS, we believe building a successful career is not solely defined by a degree. Your experience, skills, and passion are just as important, if not more so. As such, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experience levels.

PURPOSE

Determines quantities of products needed (doors, trim, hardware, attic access, mirrors, fire extinguishers, common trim, hollow metal doors, panic hardware, specialty club trim, bath partitions) to construct a project using knowledge of construction methods. This position utilizes computers, spreadsheets, and peripheral equipment to determine type and quantities of materials.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs take-offs using his / her knowledge of the multi-family construction industry. Computes estimates for sales representatives.

Reads and interprets architectural blueprints and specifications. Take-offs are done on Actual material - not by the square foot.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

MUST have a minimum of two (2) years construction experience, preferably in multi-family.

MUST have intermediate-to-expert experience on Excel. Experience with doors, trim, hardware and multi-family a plus.

MUST be able to read and interpret architectural blueprints and specifications.

MUST include salary requirements to be considered.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to read blueprints, specifications, interior design drawings, and other technical materials.
• Ability to interpret building plans in diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to operate computer to various websites to download plans & specifications.
• Basic mathematical skills (ability to use Excel spreadsheet to create job takeoff).

Must be able to manage time and interpret the plans.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Successful, innovative, and fulfilling careers are built here, and your professional development is a high priority. We invest in your future through the latest training, tools, and technologies. Highly collaborative, we work together to solve problems and find better ways to continually grow our business and careers every day. You'll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons. The scale and depth of resources that being the #1 building materials distributor in the nation provides a variety of opportunities for you to explore - all in a friendly, people-first environment. Join us to be more, do more, and build more, together at BFS.

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple - provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

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