Description
The Drexel Way:
- THIS IS NOT A REMOTE ROLE. ALL WORK WILL BE COMPLETED ON SITE/IN OFFICE IN CAMPBELLSPORT, WISCONSIN*
We don't just sell lumber; we Supply Happiness. Drexel is Team Member-owned and community-driven. With six retail hubs and three manufacturing plants across Wisconsin, we've been a Top Workplace every year since 2011. Why? Because we hire for heart and train for skill. When you join Team Blue, you aren't just a team member - you're an owner.
The Mission:
As a Lumber and Structural Estimator your primary objective is to interpret project plans, generate accurate material takeoffs, and compile high-impact quotes for our customers. You are responsible for analyzing blueprints, estimating material quantities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver complete, precise bids on deadline. As the analytical backbone of our pre-construction sales process, you ensure that our commitment to the builder is executed flawlessly from the initial blueprint to the final quote.
Defining the Role:
- Plan Interpretation & Estimation: Read and interpret floor plans, blueprints, and project scopes to accurately generate material lists and takeoffs for project bids and sold projects using our ERP software.
- Quote Preparation & Routing: Finalize small and large quotes; coordinate with category specialists, purchasing, and the sales team to secure accurate pricing and deliver polished customer presentations.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Actively participate in pre-bid meetings with sales teams, market leaders, structural specialists, and purchasing to evaluate project viability and strategy.
- Structural Design & Component Sizing (Growth Area): Utilize engineering and layout software to create floor layouts, tall wall drawings, size headers/structural components, and troubleshoot technical issues on plans.
- Active Communication: Maintain continuous, high-level communication with internal teams and customer touchpoints to prevent errors, resolve plan discrepancies, and meet deadlines.
- Customer & Team Focus: Serve as a reliable point person for project bids, placing customer needs first while fostering a collaborative, win-together team culture.
What Success Looks Like:
Performance is measured by your direct impact on our sales conversion rates, estimating accuracy, and project turnaround times:
- Quote Accuracy & Precision: Eliminating material takeoff errors to protect profitability and customer trust.
- Turnaround Time & Deadline Adherence: Consistently meeting bid schedules and delivering quotes under tight deadlines.
- Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Driving seamless communication between sales, structural design, and purchasing to win viable projects.
The Drexel Advantage:
The Wealth-Builder (Ownership)
- ESOP Shares: We don't just work here; we own the place. You'll earn a real stake in the company's success.
- Profit Sharing: When Drexel wins, our team wins.
- 401k: A solid foundation for your long-term retirement goals.
Health & Well-Being
- Comprehensive Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to keep you and your family "weather-proof."
- Fitness Reimbursements: Annual funds dedicated to your physical health and family activities.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support when life gets complex.
Life & Legacy
- Immediate Paid Time Off: Start with Holiday and Vacation pay from day one.
- Scholarship Program: We're invested in the next generation-educational support for the children of our team members.
- Annual Charity Match: We'll double your impact on the causes you care about most.
The "Drexel" Lifestyle
- Birthday PTO: A paid day off to celebrate you.
- Product Discounts: Special pricing on the high-quality materials we sell.
- Plus More: A constant stream of "fun little perks" that make the yard a great place to be.
Other possible titles that might need to be used:
- The Essentials: this would be used for anything that is a mandatory skill needed for the job.
- Balance In Action: for a unique schedule that you want to capture.
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