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Come Join Us! From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here . Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What you get to do:

Provide detailed estimates to our customers in a timely manner. Regularly work from architectural drawings and specifications, shop drawings or elevation take-offs Independent analysis and interpretation of architectural plans as it relates to specifications and design requirements Conduct this analysis and interpretation to meet industry standards and provide solutions favorable to Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope products Follow up on estimates and provide feedback concerning market pricing levels Achieve acceptable sales and margin levels. Monitor actual vs. estimated costs and work with estimating supervisor to adjust standards accordingly Provide consultation, coordination, and assistance to our customers, sales force and internal personnel Maintain detailed and organized records of bid documents, correspondence and other project specific information What we are looking for: Minimum of 5 years prior experience estimating mid-size and larger glazing projects from architectural drawings and specifications Ability to read, interpret, & understand architectural drawings and specifications and provide detailed take offs and estimates that incorporate different building envelope solutions Experience using electronic estimating tools, including estimating software, on-screen take-off tools and Excel spread sheets. Knowledge of aluminum glazing systems & their applications Understanding of glass, composite metal panels, and other infill options as well as their applications Basic understanding of engineering to be able to use various in-house programs for structural review and the ability to identify and enlist help with problematic conditions Strong geometry & math skills Organized, self-starter with the ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize workload and work with minimal supervision Must be able to communicate effectively & conduct themselves professionally, excellent written & verbal communication skills Working knowledge of fabrication and installation in order to have good understanding of customer needs What OBE Offers You Benefits that benefit you

• industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee Work-life balance
• PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose Compensation that rewards your hard work
• A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses Training
• We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed OBE Privacy Policy OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.