Estimator

Carter Lumber Company; Decatur (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance available

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) matching

Vacation time and paid holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Carter Lumber Company in Decatur, Indiana, is looking for an Estimator to perform material take-offs for residential and light commercial buildings. The role demands a solid understanding of construction principles and the ability to read blueprints accurately.

The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in construction or estimating and is expected to collaborate closely with the sales team. Benefits include health plans, 401(k) match, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in residential and light commercial construction or estimating.
• Ability to read blueprints for accurate take-offs.
• Experience with building material sales.

Responsibilities

• Perform material take-offs from blueprints efficiently.
• Review and ensure accuracy in material lists.
• Collaborate with outside sales representatives on blueprints.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Sales experience in building materials

Knowledge of estimating software

Experience in residential construction

Understanding of construction components

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)

Professional Estimating Software

Job description

A Carter Lumber Estimator performs material take-offs on residential and light commercial buildings. Requires accurate knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures within the building construction industry. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company and customer service are necessary to this position

Requirements to be Considered for the Position:

• 2+ years experience in residential and light commercial construction or 2 years in estimating
• Understanding of home, pole building, garage, barn and deck components
• Ability to read blueprints
• Building material sales experience
• Working knowledge of Professional Estimating Software
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Access and Outlook

Responsibilities of the Position:

Estimating

• Performs material take-offs for residential and commercial designs from a variety of blueprints in a timely manner.
• Reviews construction documents and understands material to bid.
• Reviews and fixes potential inaccuracies in material lists.

Field Support

• Works directly with the outside sales representatives regarding all aspects of blueprints.
• Follows up with the status of take-offs and assists outside sales representatives in the selling of projects.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!