Estimator

Basic Job Functions:

Responsibilities for the Estimator include but are not limited to:

• Creating competitive, accurate and thorough estimates for metal building systems in accordance with company processes, procedures and practices.
• Qualifying the proposal with all assumed and supplementary provided information about the project.
• Assisting the sales efforts by recognizing and implementing economical solutions and alternatives to provide the least-cost proposal while meeting known project conditions.
• Assisting in customer meetings, primarily at the proposal or closing stage of a project, to offer value-engineering suggestions.
• Utilizing computer tools, pricing tables and an overall knowledge of the products and their applications in order to address all relevant costs associated with a given project. 
• Maintaining sensitivity to material costs, erection concerns and fabrication procedures, relating to the in-place cost of the total structure.
• Following strict schedules as defined by the Estimating Supervisor, the sales team and our builders.
• Assisting, proactively and as assigned, in the development of additional tools, standards, etc., which will help to increase individual and overall department productivity and accuracy.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.  Nucor Buildings Group Texas will not sponsor the need for a visa now or in the future.  

Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Nucor; therefore, candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in metals building systems, including but not limited to detailing, fabrication, and erection.
• Experience or a degree in a construction related field