Project Estimator

RAM Buildings, Inc. specializes in post-frame construction and we are looking for a detail-orientated individual to add to our project order processing team. The position has a blend of responsibilities which include material takeoffs, drafting, ordering, supporting field personnel while working both independently and collaborating with a team.

Primary Areas of Responsibility:

• Processing an order (project) with tasks including:
• Cross referencing drawings, estimate and contract to determine if there are any discrepancies
• Create a detailed materials list required to construct
• Order non-stock materials for the project
• Provide guidance to drafting team on construction details needed for construction
• Cross check projects processed by others.
• Review vendor order confirmations for accuracy.
• Work with Crew Managers and Processing Manager to coordinate material deliveries to jobsites per the master job schedule.
• Work with Crew Managers, Processing Manager, and leadership team to standardize building details and construction practices.
• Participate in pre-construction project handoff meetings with field personnel.
• Data entry
• Take calls on questions from site personal on projects processed by you.

Responsibilities Include:

• Review specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required content of bids and estimates
• Assist in the preparation of construction drawings and permit drawings design-build project
• Prepare construction budgets and specs from plans, identifying and projecting costs for all aspects of construction
• Obtain bids from vendors and subcontractors by specifying materials; identifying quality subcontractors
• Prepare quantity take-offs for both installed and material projects
• Prepare vendor/subcontractor pricing/bid solicitations and coordination
• Monitor client addendums and revise take offs, estimates and drawings, as needed
• Prepare public and private bids for submittal
• Track historical cost data as it relates to future estimating

Qualifications:

• The ability to read construction drawings
• Proficiency in Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to solve problems and challenges in the field as they arise in relation to building materials and plans
• Ability to multitask

Additional Preferred Skills:

• Drafting experience
• Field construction experience
• Post frame building experience
• Experience using Sage 100 Contractor software

Compensation & Benefits Includes:

• Competitive Wages and overtime pay
• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Simple IRA with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays—8 per year
• Life Insurance
• Aflac

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year

Apply now, online here, or come in and fill out an application at our main office:

RAM Buildings, Inc.
592 Industrial Drive
Winsted, MN 55395
(320)485-2844