AS Design Estimator Job

What does it mean to work at Arktura LLC, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company. Arktura LLC is a widely published company headquartered in a fast-paced design office and manufacturing facility in Los Angeles, CA. We design, develop, and manufacture a variety of façade systems, interior wall and ceiling systems, custom art installations on a full range of state-of-the-art equipment, in our 100,000 sf facility.

Working at Arktura is the best! Benefits include 401k with employee match, robust health care options, paid time off and professional development. We have a casual dress code, free snacks, and quarterly events! As a company, we love to engage in community service activities with our local organizations. We provide access to 100's of discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through LifeMart such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare We support Employee Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion and provide perspective.

Reporting to the Construction Services Manager, the AS Design Estimator will be responsible for client communications, design consultation and formulation, and creating detailed visualizations and quotes.

What's in it for you!

• Hands-on experience with diverse projects.
• Exposure to design, estimating, and project planning.
• Strong cross-functional teamwork opportunities.
• Path for professional development.

What You'll Do

Grades 7/8 - AS Design Estimator

• Prepares estimates for assigned projects.
• Understands and uses Excel worksheets to quote projects.
• Generates Requests for Information (RFI) where appropriate.
• Works with in-house resources to establish cost and price on custom items.
• Obtains current pricing from source partners and/or internal plants as required to prepare estimates as listed above.
• Works collaboratively with the Sales Team as required for projects.
• Reviews bid requirements thoroughly and asks follow-up questions.
• Works with AS Project Managers to develop a plan to win project.
• After award, reviews drawings with Project Manager and highlights areas of concern.
• Communicates with sales representatives daily to provide status updates.

What will make you successful

• Well-developed computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office; extensive knowledge of MS Excel required.
• Excellent communication and people skills; collaborator.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a challenging environment.
• Basic knowledge of Salesforce CRM.
• Basic knowledge of estimating software.
• Familiar with construction scheduling and management.

Qualifications

Grade 7/8 – AS Design Estimator

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 1-3 years' experience as an estimator in a similar industry preferred.
• Strong general mathematical abilities and experience using labor rates, machine time, material costs and usage, freight, etc. to calculate and quote projects.
• Experience reading engineering and architectural blueprints and specifications preferred.
• Experience in the construction industry and/or construction project management preferred.