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About the Role

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate, timely, and competitive material estimates to support Foundation Building Materials’ commercial and residential sales efforts. This role collaborates with sales, contractors, and operations to review project documents, perform material takeoffs, and develop pricing proposals aligned with project scope and margin objectives. The Estimator plays a critical role in supporting profitable growth by translating construction drawings, specifications, and bid documents into clear, comprehensive quotes.

Responsibilities

• Review commercial construction drawings, specifications, addenda, and bid documents to develop accurate material takeoffs and cost estimates.
• Prepare detailed estimates for drywall acoustical and specialty items and related commercial building materials.
• Identify scope requirements, exclusions, alternates, and assumptions to ensure clarity and accuracy in proposals.
• Develop competitive pricing proposals aligned with project scope, market conditions, and margin objectives.
• Collaborate with internal Sales and Operations, as well as market manufacturers and vendors to confirm product availability, lead times, logistics considerations, and installation constraints.
• Prepare and deliver bid packages, revisions, and value-engineering options.
• Partner with commercial sales representatives to support contractor relationships and project pursuits.
• Respond to customer questions related to scope, quantities, specifications, pricing and installation procedures.
• Participate in pre-bid meetings, scope reviews, and post-bid clarifications.
• Track active bids, awarded projects, and lost opportunities to support forecasting and pipeline visibility.
• Facilitate the project from estimating stage through project completion, including submittal, sample and shop drawing processes, creating customer orders, issuing purchase orders to vendors and scheduling material delivery.
• Assist customers with installation training and technical support.
• Maintain organized estimating records, files, and bid documentation.
• Stay current on commercial construction trends, local market conditions, and product developments.
• Identify opportunities to improve estimating accuracy, efficiency, and standardization.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the estimating and commercial sales functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support branch, regional, or commercial operations objectives.

Requirements

• 3+ years of estimating experience in commercial construction, building materials distribution, or related construction disciplines.
• Strong ability to read and interpret commercial construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with takeoff and estimating software preferred (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff, Bluebeam, PlanSwift, or similar).
• Working knowledge of drywall, framing, insulation, and related commercial construction systems preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple bids, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with a customer-service mindset.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook.

Skills

• Estimating
• Material takeoffs
• Pricing proposals
• Construction drawings interpretation
• Specification interpretation
• Bid document analysis
• Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook)
• Customer service
• Communication (written and verbal)
• Analytical skills
• Attention to detail
• Project management
• Takeoff software (preferred)
• Estimating software (preferred)
• Construction knowledge (drywall, framing, insulation)

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• 3+ years of estimating experience

Salary/Compensations

• $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA/ FSA plans
• Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Critical illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Coverage
• Legal Insurance Plan
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Generous 401(k) plan with company match

About the Company

• Foundation Building Materials (FBM) is a leading construction materials distribution company serving the commercial and residential construction markets across United States and Canada.
• In conjunction with Unified Door & Hardware Group (UDHG), FBM supports a broad range of construction and architectural projects nationwide.
• FBM and UDHG’s 8,000+ Team Members are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and employee development.
• The organization continues to grow and evolve following the recent acquisition by Lowe’s.

Equal Opportunity

• Foundation Building Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.
• We value diversity and inclusion and are dedicated to creating a workplace where all employees feel respected and empowered.
• All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
• In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, we provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to help them perform the essential functions of their job.
• If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process or while employed, please contact Human Resources at Talent@myfbm.com.