Construction Estimator

The Building Center Inc.

Job Title:Construction Estimator
Reports to:VP of Installed Sales
FLSA Status: Hourly Non-Exempt
Department: Installed Sales
Division: Pineville NC

Summary:

Analyzes construction plans using AutoCAD and takeoff software (e.g. Bluebeam PlanSwift) to calculate material quantities labor costs and project budgets. This role works closely with the Installed Sales team and subcontractors to prepare accurate and competitive bids.

Job Duties:

• Review drawings specifications and site conditions to prepare detailed cost estimates assumptions and clarifications.
• Compile comprehensive cost estimates for customer parts assemblies and services including materials tools fixtures subcontractor contributions and labor requirements.
• Develop and issue complete bid packages for trade partners/vendors including scopes of work alternates allowances and breakout pricing.
• Generate precise material takeoffs and lists to support Installed Sales projects
• Identify and itemize tools fixtures and outside services required for project execution.
• Occasionally review cost benchmarks to identify simple opportunities for more competitive pricing and improved budget outcomes.
• Offers technical assistance when necessary to sales and customers
• Performs other related duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Proficiency with construction estimating and takeoff software (AutoCAD Bluebeam PlanSwift preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills including technical documentation.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong mathematical aptitude with attention to detail
• Effective planning project management and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills professionalism and ability to collaborate with internal teams and external partners
• Customer service orientation with the ability to build and maintain positive
• Interpersonal Relations

Education/Experience:

High School Diploma or Equivalent. Prior estimator or work order writing experience is helpful.

Work Environment:

While performing this jobs duties the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit use hands and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.


Benefits(Eligible Full-Time Employees):

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Match & Profit Share
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Company-paid & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Referral Program

About The Organization

Founded in Charlotte in 1977 The Building Center Inc. has grown from a single location into one of the largest privately held lumber and building materials dealers in the United States. Nearly five decades later we remain family-owned and family-driven guided by the same commitment we started with: to be our customers most valued building partner.

With more than 200 trucks on the road and a strong network of divisions strategically located throughout the Carolinas we deliver consistent reliable service to builders across the region. Our divisions include:

South Carolina: Easley Columbia Holly Hill Georgetown

North Carolina: Rock Hill Boone Monroe Ocean Isle Beach Pineville Gastonia Greensboro and Mebane

Our regional strength allows us to purchase and sell branded and commodity products at competitive prices while tailoring our inventories to match local building practices architectural trends and the unique needs of each market. Beyond supplying materials we provide a full range of manufacturing supportincluding truss plants in North and Central North Carolina millwork and door shops in the Triad and Charlotte metros and custom fabrication in Pineville where we also craft specialty products like reclaimed lumber flooring cabinetry mantles and siding.

What makes The Building Center truly different is our culture and our people. We believe construction is at its heart a people businessbuilt on relationships trust and hard work. Our values of service integrity and dependability guide us in every interaction whether were serving customers supporting our communities or developing our employees.

When you join The Building Center you become part of a company with deep roots a bold vision and a culture where you can grow contribute and make a real impact. Together were not just delivering materialswere helping to build communities futures and lasting success.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

The Building Center Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability in accordance with federal state and local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA). If you require an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or