Estimator
Company | Fortune Brands |
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Location | Hamburg, PA, USA |
Salary | $44000 – $66000 |
Type | Full-Time |
Degrees | Bachelor’s |
Experience Level | Entry Level/New Grad, Junior |
Requirements
- Strong basic math skills (addition, subtraction, division, fractions) and comfortable working with measurements
- Ability to work within a deadline-oriented environment, with potential for changing priorities
- Strong communication skills with internal and external stakeholders
- Comfortable working independently, with the ability to collaborate as needed with cross-functional teams and customers
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook)
Responsibilities
- Generate proposals, estimates, and CAD isometrics for simple structures and/or simple door and window projects.
- Meet departmental daily and/or weekly quotas, based on product type. (ex. 6 – 8 structural quotes per day; 8 – 10 fenestration quotes per day)
- Support the sales team in creating a client support network internally and externally that meets and exceeds the Company’s sales objectives.
- Review commercial bids, determine eligibility for quoting, complete take offs, and provide bids for Spec Projects generated from construction lead websites.
- Interact with in-house Engineers, Drafters, and Project Managers to collect all necessary information for a project to provide quotes to a customer in a timely manner.
- Teach sales reps, as needed, when additional information is needed for quote documentation.
- Meet expected due dates for quote completion.
- Communicate professionally with outside vendors and request information or supplier pricing in a timely manner.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with AutoCAD
- College Degree in Drafting, Architectural Design, Interior Design, Construction, Sales, or similar
- Experience reading and interpreting blueprints or specifications
- Experience in glazing industry and/or a background in architecture