Job Description:

Estimator

Who We Are 

At OBE, together, we build excellence every day.  We are driven by our passion to lead our industry and build a sustainable future, we focus on exceeding customer expectations and delivering innovative solutions. We succeed through the dedication of our empowered teams and partners who fuel our ambition to achieve excellence in the markets where we have a right to win.

We believe safety, integrity, performance culture, teamwork, customer centricity, and agility are at the core of who we are and how we operate each day to achieve success. 

Job Summary

The 1st Shift full-time Estimator in our Terrell, TX facility isn’t just a job – it’s a starting point to an awesome career with a great company.  We hire motivated individuals who want to grow with us. We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.  We have an incredible track record of promoting from within at our facility. Opportunities to advance into higher roles of responsibility and pay are everywhere. You can be our next success story!

This role is perfect for an individual who approaches their work professionally, loves to be a part of a team, and wants to help us get better every day.  If that sounds like you, come join this industry leader!

Here’s What You’ll Get To Do

• Provide detailed estimates to our customers in a timely manner. Regularly work from architectural drawings and specifications, shop drawings or elevation take-offs


• Independent analysis and interpretation of architectural plans as it relates to specifications and design requirements


• Conduct this analysis and interpretation to meet industry standards and provide solutions favorable to Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope products


• Follow up on estimates and provide feedback concerning market pricing levels


• Achieve acceptable sales and margin levels. Monitor actual vs. estimated costs and work with estimating supervisor to adjust standards accordingly


• Provide consultation, coordination, and assistance to our customers, sales force and internal personnel


• Maintain detailed and organized records of bid documents, correspondence and other project specific information

Here’s What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years prior experience estimating mid-size and larger glazing projects from architectural drawings and specifications


• Ability to read, interpret, & understand architectural drawings and specifications and provide detailed take offs and estimates that incorporate different building envelope solutions


• Experience using electronic estimating tools, including estimating software, on-screen take-off tools and Excel spread sheets.


• Knowledge of aluminum glazing systems & their applications


• Understanding of glass, composite metal panels, and other infill options as well as their applications


• Basic understanding of engineering to be able to use various in-house programs for structural review and the ability to identify and enlist help with problematic conditions


• Strong geometry & math skills


• Organized, self-starter with the ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize workload and work with minimal supervision


• Must be able to communicate effectively & conduct themselves professionally, excellent written & verbal communication skills


• Working knowledge of fabrication and installation in order to have good understanding of customer needs


• An uncompromising safety-first approach in the workplace. At OBE we have each other’s back

 

What OBE Offers You

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    • Competitive pay
    
    
    • Paid time off
    
    
    • 10 Holidays (inclusive of 2 floating holidays)
    
    
    • Market competitive 401(k) match
    
    
    • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits
    
    
    • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
    
    
    • Life Insurance
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

About OBE

At OBE, we believe the work of our employees truly matters. From apartments in New York to office buildings in Toronto, stadiums in Dallas, and universities in Atlanta, our teams contribute to the projects that shape the world where we live, work, heal, and play. 

OBE delivers products to a broad customer base of architects, glaziers, contractors, and developers serving diversified residential and commercial construction end-markets. With over 6,700 employees, we operate 82 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries.  

If you want to help us build something great- we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager for consideration. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!  

OBE is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope is an E-Verify Employer.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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