Design Estimator Job at Preferred Technologies, LLC in Austin

Why Pref-Tech?

Voted "Top Workplaces" by Austin American Statesman, 2 years in a row! We aim to make “family” a core reason we attract incredible people, retain them, and collectively deliver unequaled quality and service to customers.  If your heart and mind are pushing you to join a team who deeply desires to be the best in the world, has a long-game approach to business, prides itself on doing exceptional work, celebrates service to others, and is willing to invest in you, you should consider Pref-Tech.

 Compensation:

• Inclusion in Operational Incentive Program, which shares excess profits as bonuses quarterly
• 4% Matching 401K
• Health, dental, vision, and other elective insurances

Position Overview:

A Design Estimator at Pref-Tech is responsible for supporting Sales & Design Professionals (SDP’s), Inside Sales, and Project Managers in the construction of estimates, drawings, and other documentation for assigned projects based on Preferred Technologies estimation standards.

Work Hours:

Standard workdays and times are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. At times to complete necessary work, we may work outside of those times. About 80% of the Design Estimator work can be done remotely.  The remaining 20% will include in-person activities such as meetings, networking events, etc. Some travel will be required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage and assume accountability for assigned sales projects and sales tasks. Meet regularly with SDPs and Project Managers to determine and prioritize the company’s design estimation needs.
• Be able to present designs to SDP’s, Operations, and to the end user as needed  Go on site visits to determine customer needs, with or without SDP’s.
• Enter high security areas which may require immediate background checks.
• Continuously develop design skills & certifications.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• At least 2 years of design estimation experience, with preference of those years spent in the general construction and/or specialty trade contracting industries
• Experience with REVU20, Bluebeam software
• Ability to review and interpret blueprints
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to hold others accountable to completing their assigned tasks, even if they hold positions of greater responsibility
• Fluency with Microsoft Office 365 software tools
• Willingness to take on new challenges and build on current skills
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to work efficiently without compromising quality or accuracy
• Must be able to explain design intent on projects assigned to Operations

Core Values:

• Understand, internalize, and represent our PGRIT core values:
  • Our expectations are high, we take great pride in our work, and we communicate well.
  • We thrive on challenges.  We do what it takes to get the job done.
  • We know what right is and do it every time.
  • Intelligent Thought. We plan meticulously, execute decisively, and resolve issues effectively.
  • Trusted Advisors. We are experts. We continuously develop our knowledge and transfer that knowledge to each other, our customers, and our vendors.
• Fulfill our purpose statement with all decisions and actions: Within a family culture, nurture and inspire our employees to creatively resolve customer pain using the highest level of craftsmanship and service.

Contact Information:

recruiting@pref-tech.com

Additional Information:

Preferred Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to workforce diversity. Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. We offer a smoke-free and drug-free workplace.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and preemployment drug screen.  All applications and resumes are held in confidence. Only candidates whose profiles closely match requirements will be contacted for an interview.