Estimator - NEU Lower Hutt - - 42250 - Fletcher Building

General Information

Job Type

Permanent

Description

The Role:

PlaceMakers NEU are looking for an experienced estimator to join our dynamic Frame and Truss estimation team. You will be working on a range of projects, liaising regularly with our account managers, subcontractors, suppliers and trade customers, consulting on plans and quotes. It is crucial that you can hit the ground running, with the ability to provide estimation for all residential and light commercial buildings using MiTek Sapphire (preferred), however MiTek 20/20 experience is also acceptable.

Permanent full-time role, offering 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, based in our PlaceMakers Lower Hutt, Wellington. Remuneration range between $35 to $45 per hour, depending on skills and experience.

Tasks Include:

Assisting Construction Managers/Builders, Architects and Engineers (and internal stakeholders) in planning and organisation of Frame & Truss estimation documentation, scope clarifications, and quote requirements
Interpreting architectural/structural plans, relevant regulations and codes of practice to determine Frame & Truss scope and estimating requirements
Preparing preliminary sketches, working drawings and specifications to support estimating and quoting outputs
Preparing, editing and revising plans, mark-ups, charts and drawings in accordance with customer requirements and internal systems
Calculating costs and producing estimates, including pricing and quantity take-offs for residential and light commercial projects
Estimating time scales and supporting quote turnaround requirements to meet customer deadlines and service expectations
Performing routine computations, measurements and preliminary checks to validate assumptions and support estimating accuracy
Collecting and recording project information required for estimates, including clarifications from customers, suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
Inspecting work for compliance with specifications, regulations and standards (as applicable to estimating documentation and scope)

Minimum Skills, Experience and Qualifications - Qualification / experience equivalency, Applicants may meet requirements through:

NZQF Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2) or At least 3 years of relevant industry experience may be accepted in place of a formal qualification, where appropriate.

Essential

Proven experience in frame and truss estimating or detailing
Ability to read and interpret architectural plans
Strong numeracy, attention to detail, and ability to work to deadlines
Strong communication skills (able to engage customers and stakeholders confidently)
Strong computer skills (Excel capability preferred, training available on internal systems)

Preferred

Experience using MiTek Sapphire (preferred) or MiTek 20/20
Building industry knowledge and an understanding of construction processes and documentation

Our Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate and staff-buying privileges
Genuine development opportunities that come with being part of the wider Fletcher Building Group
Employment Education Fund
Health & wellbeing initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Next Steps:

As part of our recruitment process you will need to complete a one-way video interview, where you will self-record video answers to our interview questions.

Pre-employment checks including references, medical, drug test and a criminal background check is required as well as the legal right to work in NZ indefinitely.

We are proud of the incredible diversity of people who make up our business! As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create an inclusive environment for all our employees across our national network of branches throughout New Zealand.