Alpha Building Center
Building Materials Estimator
Full Time • Alpha Building Center - Shipshewana
Benefits:
- varies by location
- Locally owned and operated
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
You might be a great fit if…
- You enjoy serving others as we would like to be served.
- Making the best even better.
- You enjoy making a difference in your community.
- You enjoy helping others.
- You enjoy working in teams.
- You enjoy decorating and design.
- You enjoy being creative.
Job Summary:
Alpha Building Center is a fast-growing company that is looking to further expand our estimating capability. The Building Materials Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate cost estimates for residential and commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and pricing. This role requires keen attention to detail, excellent analytical skills, and effective communication abilities.
Responsibilities:
- Analyze blueprints, drawings, and project specifications to prepare detailed material estimates.
- Collaborate with sales staff, contractors, and customers to determine project requirements.
- Research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of material costs and availability.
- Provide timely and accurate estimates to support sales efforts.
- Communicate with vendors and suppliers to obtain pricing information.
- Ensure estimates are completed in accordance with company standards and deadlines.
- Assist with project planning and cost management as needed.
Qualifications:
- Must be a team player.
- Must be able to communicate well with co-workers and customers.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be able to navigate POS system and prepare quotes.
- Schedule appointments for consultations from daily store traffic.
- Must be available to work until 4:30pm weekdays.
- Need to be vigilant to complete required tasks in a timely manner.
- Must have good organizational skills.
- Excellent follow-up skills to ensure overall customer satisfaction.
- Previous Estimating or Construction Experience preffered
Experience:
- Construction: 1 year (Preferred)
- Estimating: 1 year (Preferred)
- Smartbuild: 1 year (Preferred)
- MiTek: 1 year (Preferred)
Compensation: $20.00 per hour
No matter who you are or where you call home, you add something powerful to any team you're on. Maybe it's a drive to achieve, a need to discover or create, or a desire to help others. As a part of our team, you'll use your unique talents, vision, and passion to help support our communities—through the best of times and the greatest challenges.
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Career Advancement Opportunities
Full-time and Part-time work
Locally owned and operated
Employee discounts