Product Technical Services Advisor & Estimator

Job Description

Ludowici, a leading manufacturer of terracotta roofing, cladding, and flooring products, is seeking a full-time Product Technical Services Advisor & Estimator to support the company’s continued success and growth. This role is critical in our operations, ensuring accurate and timely technical support, tile design/detailing, fabrication drawings, and material estimates for our sales team, customers, and production team—all while adhering to company standards and procedures.

At Ludowici, we foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment where open communication and the sharing of expertise are encouraged. The ideal candidate should understand commercial, institutional, and residential construction drawings, specifications, and processes. Learn more about our company at

Required Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Ceramic), Architecture, Drafting, or a related technical field.

Ability to read and interpret construction documents, including architectural and structural drawings.

Experience with drawing software.

· Ability to immerse oneself in product and manufacturing processes and gain the knowledge to assume key responsibilities quickly.

Experience with computer-based estimating software.

Strong organizational skills and a self-motivated personality.

Ability to develop, assemble, and issue material bid/quote documents in response to customer and sales team requests.

Preferred Qualifications

8-15 years of experience in a technical advisory and/or estimating role within the building materials or construction industry.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Experience with Salesforce CRM and Dynamics 365 (preferred).

Proficiency in SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and/or Revit (preferred).

Familiarity with 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies, materials, troubleshooting, and the application in a manufacturing process. Ludowici operates 2 large format 3D printers and a scanner.

Familiarity with PlanSwift estimating software (preferred).

Experience with steep-slope roofing, wall cladding, and flooring estimates is beneficial.

Experience with clay extrusion and pressing operations as it pertains to product development.

Experience with clay kiln firing characteristics as it pertains to product development.Company Description

130 year old terra cotta clay tile roofing company. Highend homes, commerical and educational institutions have our tile.

Full-time