Architectural Specialties Design Estimator Job

Primary location: Gilberts, Illinois 
Relocation offered: No 
Employment status: Full-Time 
Travel: <10% 
Non-compete: No 

The estimated base salary range for this role is $55,720- $72,000 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. 
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Reporting to the AS Estimating Manager, the AS 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.  

What’s in it for you

• Collaborative and close-knit team environment within a company
• Opportunities to participate in company events and celebrations
• Strong benefits package
• Ability to develop professionally in a team-oriented environment that values learning and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to grow your skills through hands-on experience

What you’ll do include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Resource Maintenance:

• Maintains all estimates & general documentation by organizing, filing, & archiving into servers & systems.

Customer Service:

• Showcases basic knowledge of all product solutions.
• Communicates basic technical knowledge externally utilizing phone, email, and slack with Sales Representatives, Architectural Specialties CAD Designers, Contractors, and Installers.
• Maintains the average daily project output to achieve industry driven lead-times.
• Showcases basic knowledge of sheet yields, engineering limitations, and non-standard solutions.
• Maintains awareness of processes for National Standards Accounts.

Intake Management:

• Provides immediate feedback regarding RFQ’s through architectural drawing, client budget, Turf solutions, and production lead-time review.
• Analyzes Turf Design Proposals regarding client expectations and budgets.
• Communicates expert product knowledge to both internal and external contacts in an advisory role regarding project requests.

Quotation Services:

• Utilizes AutoCAD &/or Rhino software for Turf Estimates Diagrams.
• Quotes based on review/verification of architectural specifications, provided quantities, and/or written documentation.
• Calculate shipping costs associated with products, project scope, and project location.
• Quotes focus on “no-draw” and L1 project levels as specified by AS Estimating Manager.

Revision Management:

• Reviews Turf Shop Drawings for project specific issues and/or post-signed quote changes of scope.
• Reviews final quote for submission to Production/Manufacturing.

Project Internal Review:

• Provides feedback interdepartmentally on all assigned Estimator projects.
• Provides feedback on assigned projects during IPR meetings.

What will make you successful

Effective communication skills

• • Daily phone use with internal and external contacts
  • Daily email formatting, writing, and use with internal and external contacts.
  • Daily office, intra and inter-departmental interactions.

Strong general computer-based skills

• • File creation, formatting, and organization.
  • Navigating between various software fluidly and regularly
  • Navigating websites and browser-based software/commands fluidly and regularly

Basic computer software & Microsoft Office skills

• • Basic understanding and use of Adobe PDF, Excel, Outlook, and Word creation, formatting, and editing.

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.

• High School diploma or equivalent; college degree preferred.

• Ability to read blueprints and construction documents
• Knowledge of AutoCAD/Rhino or other drafting software

What makes you stand out

• Knowledge of manufactured materials and manufacturing processes
• Knowledge of product assembly and product part-detailing
• Use of AutoCAD/Rhino or other drafting software
• Experience reading blueprint and/or construction documents
• Experience in any estimating role

Physical and Mental Demands
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

1. Office Environment – This position operates in a professional office environment and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.  This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. No PPE is required.
2. Plant Environment – This position operates in a manufacturing setting and can be subject to extreme cold and hot temperatures; uneven walking surfaces with cords, tools, and other obstacles; intermittent loud noises; and dusty or dirty conditions. Required PPE includes hard hat (when required), safety glasses, earplugs, steel toe/composite boots, and fall protection.

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

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 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 160 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 architectural 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.

About the location (Gilberts, IL)

Gilberts, Illinois is a growing village in Kane County, located along the I‑90 corridor near Elgin and within the greater Chicago metropolitan area. The community offers a balance of small‑town atmosphere and convenient access to major highways, making it an attractive location for both commuters and manufacturing operations. Gilberts is known for its expanding light industrial and manufacturing presence, strong community focus, and room for continued growth. With nearby residential communities, open space, and access to regional amenities, Gilberts provides a practical and appealing setting for professionals seeking stability, accessibility, and a collaborative work environment.

Armstrong 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!