Building Cost Estimator

Chief Buildings is currently seeking a Building Cost Estimator to join the Chief team. This position will be responsible for processing quote requests and provide costs to the customer in a timely and accurate manner. They are responsible for confirming all products to be supplied by Chief.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assess and establish the construction approach for each project.
• Create accurate quote confirmation that defines what we are supplying.
• Process building estimates and components in an accurate and timely manner.
• Maintain quote backlog, work at fast pace and help others when possible.
• Able to read architectural plan and specifications.
• Understand Chief Building’s product line and how to apply it into project quote.
• Review the Customer sketches verses the Quote Request form and question/clarify variances that may occur.
• Ability to create special pricing for conditions that are not covered by our standard pricing programs.
• Help the Builders or District Managers with preliminary project layout to lead them towards the most economical and efficient design.
• Working knowledge of design programs to get best pricing.
• Process changes order pricing in a timely manner.

Education:

• High School Diploma, or GED, required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Construction Management, or Engineering preferred.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements:

• Metal Building experience preferred.

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

A Brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of metal buildings including multi-story offices, churches and schools, as well as buildings for retail businesses and industrial use since 1966. Every building is customized to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Nebraska, Indiana, and South Carolina.

Our Benefits:

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

• Paid vacation/time off policies
• 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability benefits
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Financial wellness coaching
• Employee assistance program
• Paid holidays (8)
• Employee discounts
• Education assistance
• And much more.

**Chief Industries Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the basis of equal employment opportunity for all and to providing employees and applicants with a work atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on professional demand, job requirements and qualifications, without regard to color, race, family status, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the settings in which work is being completed. Chief Industries Inc. will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Chief Industries Inc. encourages all to apply for any available jobs. If you need additional assistance with the application process, please call 308-389-7200.**