What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Estimator position at Building Zone Industries?
Junior Estimator (Structural Steel)
Mission Statement, Values, and Ethics
Building Zone Industries (BZI) Mission Statement:
To Revolutionize the Steel Erection Industry Through Innovation and Team Performance, and to Accelerate Project Delivery While Setting New Standards in Safety and Efficiency.
We accomplish our mission by gauging everything we do by the BZI Core Values:
Trust, Respect, and Integrity.
Our mission statement and core values relate to how we interact with one another, with our customers and how we model those values in our individual behavior. For example, building Trust is an important factor in successful relationships, but it requires a commitment to trustworthy behavior. Respect is very important in teamwork and customer service, this includes our manners, language, and demeanor toward ourselves and toward others. Acting with Integrity is on purpose doing the right thing under all circumstances it includes being honest, professional, ethical, giving quality and consistent service, and having a positive attitude.
These Characteristics define us and the culture of our organization. Our success depends on positive employee morale and good team working relationships. Anyone accepting employment by BZI agrees to understand, abide by, advance, and demonstrate these values and characteristics in all aspects of our organization.
Our culture and our company is reflected in our attitude, which establishes our reputation and affects our opportunities.
Building Zone Industries offers more than just competitive compensation and a medical & dental insurance package to our Team Members.
BZI is recruiting for Junior Estimator in Structural Steel to complement our Bidding Group Team.
As structural steel Junior Estimator, you will assists in preparing accurate cost estimates for structural steel projects under the guidance of lead estimators. This involves analyzing project plans, taking off quantities, and inputting data that quantifies the material and labor costs to assist in developing cost proposals. The estimator may also participate in the bidding process and contribute to the development of project budgets.
Key Responsibilities:
- Quantity Takeoffs: Accurately measure and calculate the quantities of steel required for a project based on blueprints and specifications.
- Bid Support: Assist lead estimators in preparing bids and proposals for potential projects.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records of all cost data and project information.
Basic Skills and Qualifications:
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills.
- Basic understanding of computer skills.
- Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word) is considered beneficial.
- Effective communication and organizational skills.
Beneficial skills:
- Estimating software experience (e.g., Bluebeam, Tekla Powerfab).
- Knowledge of steel fabrication and erection processes.
- Basic understanding of structural steel design and construction principles.
- Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering plans.
The ideal candidate has good interpersonal, communication, and written skills and excels in team environment managing completing priorities.
Benefits:
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) - 5% Company Match
- Paid time off
- Prescription drug insurance
- Health Savings Account - 100% company matching
