Building Materials Coordinator
Building Materials Coordinator
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Job Description
Structural Component Systems Inc. of Fremont NE is actively seeking a full-time Senior Estimator to estimate loose material/wholesale material orders on various projects but primarily complex commercial/multi-family projects. This exempt-level position works in our Omaha Nebraska or Grimes Iowa office with typical hours Monday - Friday 45 average hours/week. Candidates with knowledge of the construction industry and past loose material estimating or similar experience is required.
We also offer our employees great benefits and perks including health dental & life insurance a 401(k) option an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays and a casual dress code. If youre passionate about your work and looking to build your career keep reading!
ABOUT STRUCTURAL COMPONENT SYSTEMS INC. (SCS)
Structural Component Systems Inc. (SCS) is a 100% employee-owned company that has been a part of the building industry in the Midwest since 1987. SCS designs and manufactures roof and floor trusses wall panels and engineered wood products to provide quality shelter for our nations homes businesses and gathering places.
We value and invest in all 550 employees. For your hard work and dedication we offer competitive compensation great benefits and amazing diverse company culture comprised of a rewarding and fun work environment where everyone is considered family.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BUILDING MATERIALS COORDINATOR
This role is critical to navigating successful projects in Structural Component Systems Inc.s large project format. This person will be responsible for full-project coordinating on loose material orders on any project over $100000.00 in sales. Accuracy and speed in creating complete estimates is critical to ensure customer satisfaction and project profitability.
Job Title: Building Materials Coordinator
Reports To: Building Materials Coordinating Manager
Office in Omaha NE or Grimes IA.
Remote possible for highly experienced candidates in the wood component estimating/project coordinating field.
Job Overview: This role is critical to navigating successful projects in Structural Component System Inc.s large project format. This person will be responsible for entering and managing loose material orders on any size of commercial project (Retail Lodging Office Industrial Medical and/or Multifamily). Optimization of loose material estimates checking in on material status/needs on projects and trouble-shooting with framers/customers will be mostly everyday tasks. Success in this role creates satisfied customers who have what they need when they need it. It also limits unnecessary deliveries to the job site and large material returns.
Responsibilities & Duties: (This may include some or all of the following activities.)
- Review plans to identify both specified and non-specified material requirements.
- Identify possible substitutions and/or value engineering opportunities.
- Coordinate material issues with the PM purchasing and sales staff as needed.
- Accounting (i.e. reconciling of materials and costs budgets)
- Convert loose material estimates into loose material orders.
- Communication and coordination within and between departments
- Maintain detailed records and reports of related job information for each project.
- Strive for efficient accurate and economical resolutions of customer service issues.
- Review project documents for cost impact (ASIs PRs Addenda Etc.).
- Work with management and peers to continually improve processes and procedures.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent. AS/BS degree preferred. Similar experience will be considered.
- 2 years of wood construction estimating/coordinating experience REQUIRED.
- Read and interpret construction documents (i.e. Structural and Architectural plans project SPECS estimates etc.)
- Broad knowledge of framing materials and practices is preferred with a willingness to learn new products.
- Capability to multi-task prioritize tasks and work under tight deadlines
- Efficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Programs (i.e. Outlook Word and Excel).
- Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented.
- Able to work independently as a team player supporting company goals and objectives in a professional manner.
- Estimating/design software experience (e.g. Mitek Timberline PlanSwift or Epicor PE).
- Experience in an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) System (e.g. BisTrack or Agility)
- Able to work effectively and productively with others at all organizational levels as well as with the public.
- Present information in a clear logical and insightful manner.
Physical Requirements:
- Sit/stand at a desk for prolonged periods of time
- Speak and hear both in person and by telephone
- Use hands repetitively to type handle feel and operate standard office equipment
- Reach with arms and hands
Work Environment:
- Open office setting with occasional distractions
- Fun company culture
- Reasonable expectation of 45-50 hours per week (typical work hours 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday Friday).
- Evening and Weekend phone calls and their resulting required computer work are a possibility
- Flexible schedule adjustments as long as work is being completed
- Note: This is not a comprehensive list of all activities duties or responsibilities. They may change and/or tasks may be added or removed at the discretion of the Commercial Project Manager.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
