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Metal Building Estimator

Whirlwind Steel Buildings, Inc.
Dallas, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/5/2025
Description

Company Overview: Whirlwind Steel is a premier metal building manufacturer specializing in the design, fabrication, and delivery of top-quality metal structures. Our unwavering commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction has positioned us as an industry leader. This has allowed us to become creators and distributors of buildings and products that people use to live, learn, worship, work, and play.

Job Summary: The Estimator plays a pivotal role at Whirlwind Building Systems, ensuring the successful delivery of accurate, competitive building quotes that align with the company's standards and practices. This position is crucial in supporting our sales efforts, collaborating closely with District Sales Managers and Project Managers across commercial, heavy industrial, conventional, and hybrid projects

Key Responsibilities

  • Review bid specifications and architectural drawings to fully understand project requirements.
  • Thoroughly examine all drawings and specifications, identifying potential discrepancies or areas that require further clarification. Engage in continuous dialogue with relevant teams to ensure complete understanding.
  • Work alongside District Sales Managers and Project Managers to provide the necessary technical and pricing support to secure projects.
  • Compile and present detailed quotes and contract forms, clearly outlining the scope of work, exclusions, and qualifications.
  • Engage in design reviews, cost assessments, and scope evaluations to ensure alignment with project goals and company standards.
  • Obtain and evaluate buy-outs from subcontractors and vendors, ensuring all aspects of the project are covered.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and technological advancements, contributing to the ongoing improvement of estimating practices.

Benefits: This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid time off.

Requirements

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent, some college preferred.
  • Previous experience in the Metal Building Industry is required.
  • Meticulous in reviewing and interpreting project documents.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to professionally articulate ideas and questions.
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team, fostering a collaborative environment.
  • Driven by a goal-oriented work philosophy with a commitment to exceeding company and departmental objectives.
  • Willing to work extra hours when necessary to meet business demands.
  • Demonstrates a proactive approach to personal and professional growth.
  • Experience with Metal Building Software (MBS) is required.
  • Expertise in Excel, Word, and Outlook.
  • Strong foundational knowledge in fractions, decimals, and basic geometry.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings with precision.
  • Competence in identifying exclusions or qualifications in project specifications.
  • Comfortable drafting contractual language to define the scope of work clearly.

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