Arch Spec Design Estimator Job

Company: Armstrong World Industries

Primary location: Gilberts, Illinois

Relocation offered: No

Employment status: Full-Time

Travel: No

Non-compete: Yes

The estimated base salary range for this role is "$50,000 to $54,000" per year.

Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at Turf Design, 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.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, product discount programs and many more.

Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.

A casual work environment where we have a recognition program for our team, and service awards. You will also be able to make the most of our fitness center and lunchtime cafe.

A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.

Reporting to the Architectural Specialties (AS) Estimating Manager, Architectural Specialties Design Estimator is responsible for accurately estimating new projects for our clients and independent representatives. This position creates accurate quotes & diagrams based on criteria derived from project documents/information, reviews existing quotes for changes in scope of work, and assists with the preliminary process of all projects. Estimators at the Grade 9 level will be expected to provide leadership and mentorship to all Grade 7 and 8 Estimators.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Grade 7 - Level I: Resource Maintenance: o Maintains all estimates & general documentation by organizing, filing, & archiving into servers & systems. Customer Service: o Showcases basic knowledge of all product solutions. o Communicates basic technical knowledge externally utilizing phone, email, and slack with Sales Representatives, Architectural Specialties CAD Designers, Contractors, and Installers. o Maintains the average daily project output to achieve industry driven lead-times.

Intake Management: o Provides immediate feedback regarding RFQ's through architectural drawing, client budget, Turf solutions, and production lead-time review. o Analyzes Turf Design Proposals regarding client expectations and budgets. Quotation Services: o Utilizes AutoCAD &/or Rhino software for Turf Estimates Diagrams. o Quotes based on review/verification of architectural specifications, provided quantities, and/or written documentation. o Calculates shipping costs associated with products, project scope, and project location. o Quotes focus on "no-draw" and L1 project levels as specified by AS Estimating Manager. Revision Management: o Reviews Turf Shop Drawings for project specific issues and/or post-signed quote changes of scope. o Reviews final quote for submission to Production/Manufacturing. Project Internal Review: o Provides feedback interdepartmentally on all assigned Estimator projects. o Provides feedback on assigned projects during IPR meetings.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Travel: Minimal; less than 5%

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Grade 7 - Level I Ability to read blueprints and construction documents - preferred.

Knowledge of manufactured materials and manufacturing processes - preferred.

Knowledge of product assembly and product part-detailing - preferred.

Knowledge of AutoCAD/Rhino or other drafting software - preferred. Effective communication skills - required: o Daily phone use with internal and external contacts o Daily email formatting, writing, and use with internal and external contacts. o Daily office, intra and inter-departmental interactions. Strong general computer-based skills - required: o File creation, formatting, and organization. o Navigating between various software fluidly and regularly o Navigating websites and browser-based software/commands fluidly and regularly Basic computer software & Microsoft Office skills - required: o Basic understanding and use of Adobe PDF, Excel, Outlook, and Word creation, formatting, and editing.

Why should you join Turf Design, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 150 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.

We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;

• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;

• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;

• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and

• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

Turf Designs is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion.

We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!