Estimator - Building Materials

Company: MacArthur Co
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Description:
With all your career options, why not choose a company where you can own part of the business?MacArthur Co. is 100% Employee-Owned and offers an outstanding suite of employee benefits. What began in 1913 as a small manufacturer of pipe insulation has grown into a national distributor of building materials. At our MacArthur Co., you will receive an ownership stake in the value our combined honest efforts create.As an Estimator - Building Materials, you will focus on supporting the sales team by working with contractors to estimate quantities of building materials needed to complete commercial & residential buildings projects. An ideal candidate is interested in producing high quality, detailed work based on established standards, guidelines and procedures. Precise, consistent work output is essential and requires the patience to handle and complete one task at a time. This position is designed to develop a valued technical expert, who can deliver quality work consistently with a focus on supporting our sales & management team in a stable work environment.Estimator Responsibilities:Support the daily operations of a building materials distribution centerWork with customers and co-workers to build solid relationships based on trust and competenceBuild job knowledge and competency through structured step-by-step training & supportive coaching from management and peersCommunicate with others based on knowledge of procedures gained from sufficient on-the-job experienceProduce consistent, error free work based on defined regulations and standardsUse a steady, methodical work style to complete estimation projects, on time and error-freeComplete technical/analytical focused work within established systems & standardsDecision-making within clearly defined job scope based on defined procedures supported by managementEstimator Benefits Package:Outstanding Family Medical Benefits PackageSubstantial Stock Ownership ProgramCompetitive Compensation PackagesPaid Time Off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays Each YearEmployer Sponsored Family Dental Insurance401k and Roth 401k Investment AccountsEmployer Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance

Requirements:
Willing to jump in and roll up your sleeves to help out when necessaryKnowledge of Mechanical, Industrial, and HVAC insulation productsKnowledge of roofing, siding or windowsFollow safety expectations set by company safety policiesBuild job knowledge & expertise by offering supportive communication to management & peersAble and interested in communicating with others based on job knowledge & expertiseWork at a steady, even pace to promote accuracy & quality of work through repetitive routinesLead by example, with first-hand knowledge of area of expertiseOpen, flowing communication is importantFollow established guidelines, structure, and policies, while working with and for othersThis Estimator job description is a summary; further detail of responsibilities is provided during interviews.PM22PI188025578

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