Assistant/Junior Estimator
Northern Architectural Systems, United States
Job Description
Northern Architectural Systems (NAS) is a growth-minded, locally owned and operated company which is dedicated to servicing our customers. We offer high quality, energy-efficient fenestration and building façade solutions to meet the requirements of a demanding market, while remaining environmentally-friendly. Northern Architectural Systems has been recognized by INC Magazine on the list of the top 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies in America and as one of the top 50 Fasted Growing Companies in New Jersey by NJBIZ Magazine.
Overview:
We are looking to fulfill our need for an Assistant/Junior Estimator role at our Teterboro, NJ facility. This role will be responsible for providing support while learning a career in estimating. The Assistant/Junior Estimator must possess exceptional organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills while being results-driven with a keen attention to detail.
Requirements
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (additional duties may be assigned):
- Provide general administrative and clerical support to the estimating and engineering departments.
- Answer the office phones in the receptionist’s absence.
- Responsible for maintaining electronic and hard copy filing systems, data entry into Excel templates and print labels for daily batches.
- Organize and label all emails which come to the Estimating Department and send emails to potential clients their request is in review.
- Responsible for entering and updating the CRM with potential opportunities and completed quotes.
- Print out necessary sections of architectural drawings and specifications sent from the client.
- Learn how to do takeoffs and breakdowns from drawings.
- Accountable for keeping all Trello records for the Estimating Department.
- Liaison between the Estimating Department and Sales.
- Schedule kick-off meetings for incoming projects or pilot orders.
- Take minutes during the meetings, complete the summary template and email to all attendees.
Minimum Requirements:
- Technical school or Associate Degree preferred
- 1 - 3 years' experience as an Assistant (non-medical/dental office) and/or estimating experience
- Prior data entry experience
- Knowledgeable in basic measurement methods
- Able to understand and interpret architectural drawings a plus
- Able to work under pressure
- Ability to plan and prioritize activities
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal, displaying strong written and oral communications
- Computer literate and working knowledge of MS Office
- Extremely proficient in Excel
Benefits
Full-time position - Hourly rate commensurate with experience
Medical and Dental benefits offered
PTO (Paid Time Off)
401(k)
Employee Training