What are the responsibilities and job description for the Estimator position at Standard Supply & Distr?
Estimator Position
Primary Duty
The Estimator is responsible for reviewing plans & specifications, creating estimates, reviewing technical product details, and working with Outside Sales and Senior Inside Sales
Essential Responsibilities & Duties:
Excellent math, critical thinking, and analytical skills
Knowledge of construction processes, schedules, plans & specifications
Basic understanding of HVAC mechanical equipment and concepts desirable
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast‐paced environment with multiple bid deadlines.
Ability to work independently, be self‐starting with minimal supervision
General knowledge of office equipment usage, computers including Microsoft Office applications
Willingness to learn new programs/processes/technical product information
Professional customer service demeanor
Review plans & specifications; create quotes, order products
Daily data entry of customer and product information
Provide product and pricing information to customers
Daily communication with internal team members and vendors; limited outside customer communication
Utilize computer‐based pricing & selection tools
Assist Outside‐Sales Engineers with equipment product selections and consider value engineering options
Perform various related administrative functions related to project management.
Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED at minimum
Minimum 1-year Industrial or technical training beyond High School Diploma/GED at minimum
Can be a combination of education, training, and relevant experience
Travel
1%- Occasional out‐of‐town/overnight travel for training
Working Conditions:
Occasional lifting, bending, ability to lift 25 pounds.
Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
Occasional moving about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
May require constant operation of a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, and computer printer
May require constant moving of hands/fingers
Noise Level is low to Medium
Benefits
We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive salary and benefits package include 401K, dental insurance, medical insurance, prescription drug coverage; a vision-care plan, paid company holidays and paid vacations.
