Sales Estimator Position Available In Cullman, Alabama

Sales Estimator Ascent Buildings Vinemont, AL 35179

Position Overview:

Providing accurate, erectable, pre-engineered metal building solutions in a self-directed sales role. Advanced design and detailing working knowledge with ability to translate into MBS. Advanced proficiency of MBS software, both standalone MBS and MBS Projects. Ability to review and understand information in request for proposals including plans and specifications. Follow standard industry and Ascent standard practices in developing quotations. Ability to read and understand the various building codes. The application of codes and loads as it applies to project design.

Major Tasks and Responsibilities:

Model, design and estimate complex building structures. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Read and understand architectural and structural drawings. Interpret specifications and identify exclusions or qualifications as required. Thoroughly review drawings and specifications and produce Request for Information from the District Manager or Builder. Meet with sales teams, customers, internal technical teams, architects, and all relevant parties of prospective projects in person or via online meeting software. Prepare preliminary scope drawings from MBS for use by sales teams, customers and internal customers within the company. Provide technical guidance, monitoring adherence to customer requirements. Obtain vendor buy-outs. Review buyout material proposals and clarify with outside vendors when required. Have a complete understanding of the scope prepared for each proposal. Comfortable with composing contractual language to clearly define the scope of work. Generate a complete Quotation for presentation to the customer. The Quotation will include the entire scope of work. Exclusions and qualifications to specific items not provided are part of the Quotation and/or Purchase Order documents. Exhibits a sense of urgency to produce timely and accurate quotations. Update project changes and modify quotes as required. Maintains and fosters a positive attitude concerning your position and the company when interacting with both customers and other associates. Initiates and promotes teamwork within the company. Ability to travel when required for company meetings, training, and presentation as required.

Qualifications:

Proven knowledge and experience with pre-engineered building designs. Extensive experience estimating highly complex pre-engineered steel structures. Experience with MBS design software. Experience with AutoCad/BricsCad for preliminary drawings. Able to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches for various configurations of building structural framing. Effective clear communicator; in both verbally and written formats. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to utilize provided systems, maintaining crucial project backup files as required by the company.

Education and Experience:

BS Degree in engineering is preferred for sales estimator candidates (Professional Engineer is a plus, but not a requirement). BS or Associate’s degree in engineering, building science, or engineering technology is preferred for estimators. Equivalent industry experience.