Architectural Elements is a team of artisans that design, fabricate, and install specialized architectural & landscape related projects. Working with all metals, wood, glass, & plastics, we can custom-fabricate any manner of decorative elements and architectural details– from intricate light fixtures to multi-story staircases.
We are now hiring a full-time, construction
Estimating Assistant
We offer a competitive wage of $22-25 per hour with 6 paid holidays & paid time off. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance is also available, along with a company 401(k) plan.
Job Summary:
Estimating Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the Estimating Department. Estimating Assistants will be expected to assist with assessing & detailing all costs for potential projects in addition to maintaining & developing positive customer relationships.
Key Position Roles:
- Build customer & client relationships with excellent communication & customer service including site visits
- Receive and filter incoming quote requests per internal criteria
- Using Bluebeam software, produce accurate takeoffs
- Clarify details as needed with customers
- Request and compile vendor quotes for materials and services
- Using Salesforce software, input materials and labor estimates per team review, complete with detailed, customer facing scope descriptions
- Format and submit finished quote documents
- Provide ongoing client support including change orders and revisions through the life of the project
- Read & interpret bid instructions, plans/drawings, specifications & other related documentation
- Exhibit professional demeanor while facing fast paced & often urgent project needs
- Maintain confidentiality of employee & company data
- Exhibit excellent document control & organization, digitally & physically
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of related professional experience
- Strong understanding of budgets & scheduling
- Excellent time management, organization & independent judgement skills
- Strong command of both verbal & written English
- Acute attention to detail
- Ability to read, understand & interpret construction documents & plans/ drawings
- Ability to prioritize & multitask
- Strong computer skills
- Outgoing, personable, team-player
- Proficiency with Bluebeam, Microsoft Operating Systems & Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work in our offices in Bellingham, Washington; there is no option to telecommute at this time.
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