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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