Building DesignEstimator

This position plays a vital role in delivering accurate, creating estimates in a self-directed, Sales-facing capacity. You’ll work closely with internal technical teams, Sales, and customers to model, scope, and quote building structures and installation.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Possess working knowledge of Metal Building Software (MBS) or similar design metal building program
• Interpret QSF’s, architectural/structural drawings, and specifications to model and estimate fabric cladded metal buildings and install costs
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, customers, and vendors to define and deliver project scopes
• Provide detailed estimates to our customers and the Sales team in a timely manner, and be able to communicate scheduling changes if needed
• Review and apply relevant building codes and load requirements
• Designs steel framed fabric structures in accordance with verbal explanations, sketches, customer drawings, specifications, written descriptions/explanations and standard engineering practices
• Able to identify project risks and/or special requirements
• Communicate clearly on exclusions, qualifications, and contractual terms
• Create preliminary scope drawings using MBS for internal and external use
• Ability to communicate MBS knowledge with co-workers
• Maintain detailed and organized records of bid documents, correspondence, and other project specific information
• Reviews preliminary drawings for completeness and accuracy
• Performs Peer Reviews

 

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED
• AutoCAD experience preferred but not required
• 3 years of experience with Metal Building Software-MBS preferred
• Minimum 2-year post-secondary education in drafting, construction management or related fields, experience may be substituted for schooling
• Knowledge of fabrication and installation of structures to have a good understanding of customer needs and structure capabilities
• Ability to read, interpret and understand architectural drawing and specifications and provide estimates
• Strong mathematical skills
• Be proficient in business software applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Exceptional attention to detail with the understanding of metal building design and component requirements
• Work in a team environment with sales team, engineers, designers and drafters on projects
• Ability to evaluate alternatives and resolve technical issues
• Participating in project meetings and conference calls as required
• Strong communication skills; both verbal and written
• Manage multiple projects with the ability to meet deadlines and respond well to last minute and time sensitive projects
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment with a positive attitude and continual desire for learning
• Ability to quickly evaluate data and make decisions independently
• Exhibits strong judgement and reasoning skills
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor and can communicate workload

Legacy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We offer an extensive benefit package which includes, medical, dental, life, vision, disability, Illness, accident, PTO, and 401k.