What are the responsibilities and job description for the Junior Estimator position at Handrail Design Inc?
HDI Railing Systems seeks a full-time junior estimator to join our team. This entry level position will support HDI's preconstruction and estimating operations by assisting in the preparation of accurate project cost estimates. Working under our team of senior estimators, they will help evaluate bid documents, perform quantity take-offs, and gather pricing information.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform detailed quantity take-offs with guidance from senior estimators.
- Analyze bid documents to understand project scope and requirements.
- Assist with setting up project RFQs.
- Track down missing information needed to complete estimates.
- Assist with the preparation of bid proposals for submittal.
- Support our Estimating/Sales team as needed.
Qualifications/Experience:
- Ability to read blueprints and properly develop takeoffs from architectural plans and specifications.
- Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience with Bluebeam and/or AutoCAD is helpful, but not required.
- Thorough understanding of construction methods, practices and the estimating process.
- Strong mathematical, organizational, and analytical skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Teamwork and collaboration skills.
- 0-2 years of experience in construction, estimating, or a related field (internships or coursework in estimating are a plus)
Please note this position is an in-person desk-based role and is not eligible for remote work.
We offer a complete compensation package including health insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and 401(k) with profit sharing.
HDI Railing Systems, founded in early 2002, is a custom manufacturer of high-end architectural stainless steel railing systems. Our pre-engineered railing systems are used in commercial and residential applications and are frequently specified for hospitals, airports, corporate offices, hotels, universities, libraries, and museums. You can see our work in many prestigious locations throughout the US including the Google corporate office in Sunnyvale, CA, the Observation Deck of the new World Trade Center in NYC, the Sweetwater Brewery in Atlanta, GA and the Pittsburgh Steelers Training Complex in PA. Our high-quality railings are all designed and manufactured in our facility located in the rolling farmlands of Central Pennsylvania. Come join our dedicated team of designers, engineers, fabricators, and installers today!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation Package:
- Profit sharing
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000