Engineering Tech & Building Materials Estimator

Company: Energy Panel Structures
Location: Urbandale
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Description: With all your career options, why not choose a company where you can own part of the business? Energy Panel Structures (EPS), is an industry leader in commercial and residential construction. EPS is 100% Employee-Owned and offers an outstanding suite of employee benefits. At EPS, you will receive an ownership stake in the value our combined honest efforts create. As an Engineering Tech & Building Materials Estimator, you will focus on supporting the sales team by estimating quantities of building materials needed to complete commercial & residential building 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. Responsibilities:

• Design, draft and produce material list takeoffs for other EPS complete building packages/component sales
• Communicate with EPS Outside Sales, Inside Sales and others in the EPS design team
• Work with customers and co-workers to build solid relationships based on trust and competence
• Complete technical/analytical focused work within established systems & standards
• Decision-making within clearly defined job scope based on defined procedures supported by management
• Answering customer questions on various technical issues
• Interacting with architects, builders & engineers to ensure successful drawing completion
• Communicate important customer information to the appropriate team members
• Build job knowledge by offering supportive communication to management & peers
• Communicate with others based on knowledge of procedures gained from sufficient on-the-job experience
• Produce consistent, error free work based on defined regulations and standards
• Use a steady, methodical work style to complete estimation projects, on time and error-free Benefits Package:
  • Outstanding Family Medical Benefits Package
  • Substantial Stock Ownership Program
  • Competitive Compensation Packages
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays Each Year
  • Employer Sponsored Family Dental Insurance
  • 401k and Roth 401k Investment Accounts (With Substantial Employer Matching)
  • Employer Sponsored Life & Disability Insurance
  • Individual choice regarding personal medical decisions Requirements:
    • Knowledge of construction methods and materials.
    • Ability to read and understand blueprints and architectural drawings.
    • Prefer 3-5 years of experience & a 2-4 year degree dependent on experience
    • Knowledge of AutoCAD or related CAD drafting software
    • Knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, & Outlook
    • Willing to jump in and roll up your sleeves to help out when necessary
    • Able and interested in communicating with others based on job knowledge & expertise
    • Work at a steady, even pace to promote accuracy & quality of work through repetitive routines
    • Lead by example, with first-hand knowledge of area of expertise
    • Follow established guidelines, structure, and policies, while working with and for others This job description is a summary; detailed responsibilities are provided during interviews. PM23 PI202067867

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