What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Building Materials Estimator - REMOTE USA ONLY position at Structural Component Systems?

Structural Component Systems, Inc. of Fremont, NE is actively seeking a full-time Residential Building Materials / Lumber Estimator to estimate loose material / wholesale material orders on various projects, focusing mainly on complex, custom residential projects. This exempt-level position works in our Omaha, Nebraska or Grimes, Iowa office or Remote with typical hours Monday - Friday, 45 average hours / week. Candidates with knowledge of the construction industry and past loose material estimating or similar experience is required.

Please note : At least 5 years of wood construction loose materials estimating experience required. Planswift or similar software. We do not hire candidates with residency outside of the USA.

We also offer our employees great benefits and perks including health, dental, & life insurance, a 401(k) option, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and a casual dress code. If you're passionate about your work and looking to build your career, keep reading!

ABOUT STRUCTURAL COMPONENT SYSTEMS, INC. (SCS)

Structural Component Systems, Inc. (SCS) is an employee-owned company that has been a part of the building industry in the Midwest since 1987. SCS designs and manufactures roof and floor trusses, wall panels, and engineered wood products to provide quality shelter for our nation's homes, businesses, and gathering places.

We value and invest in all 450 employees. For your hard work and dedication, we offer competitive compensation, great benefits, and amazing, diverse company culture comprised of a rewarding and fun work environment where everyone is considered family.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A LOOSE MATERIALS ESTIMATOR

This role is critical to navigating successful projects in Structural Component Systems, Inc.'s large project format. This person will be responsible for full-project estimating on loose material orders on any project over $100,000.00 in sales. Accuracy and speed in creating complete estimates is critical to ensure customer satisfaction and project profitability.

Requirements :

Minimum of 5-8 years building material estimating experience required.
Experience preparing bids & reference information utilizing Planswift, Timberline, MiTek, and other design related software.
Knowledge of Bistrack preferred but not required.
Must be able to learn new computer programs quickly and type at a fast speed, at least 50 WPM.

Job Duties :

Optimize designs for accurate costing.

Review takeoffs and calculations for accuracy.

Assist sales with clear information presentation

Broad knowledge of roof and floor system building materials and willingness to learn new products.

Communicate effectively (English required) with all organizational levels and customer representatives.

Provide problem solving solutions using Building Codes and product information.

Prepare detailed construction proposals from customer blueprints for customer presentation.

Assist in training and development of other estimators as required.

Minimum high school graduate. Preferred bachelor degree in related discipline or equivalent.

Perform other duties as required.

Skills / Ability :

Ability to read and understand blue prints.

Strong math skills.

Ability to use a computer terminal, and proficiency of the use of MiTek and other business / design related software.

Ability to successfully interact with all organizational levels and the public.

Ability to communicate effectively with others, including customers, peers and management.

Ability to manage several activities / projects at once, to organize and prioritize work in order to meet deadlines.

Ability to sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time, to be mobile in the work environment, and work hours mandated by management.

Ability to pass a drug test.

Self-managing, works well under little supervision.

Highly motivated and enthusiastic.

Good interpersonal skills and good communicator.

Team player, support the company's goals and objectives, in a professional manner.

Salary : $100,000

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