Estimator: Residential & Light Commercial Takeoffs

Carter Lumber Company; Huntertown (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision plans

Short/Long-Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance

AD&D

401(k) with company match

Vacation and paid holidays

Growth opportunities – promote from v?

Military encouraged to apply

Job summary

Carter Lumber Company in Indiana is seeking an estimator to perform material take-offs for residential and light commercial buildings, using blueprints and estimating software to bid accurately. The role emphasizes collaboration with outside sales and attention to document accuracy.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, understand building components, and leverage Microsoft Office for estimates. Growth opportunities exist through internal promotion andVendor incentives are available.

Qualifications

• 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

• Performs material take-offs for residential and commercial designs from blueprints promptly.
• Reviews construction documents and understands material to bid.
• Reviews and fixes potential inaccuracies in material lists.
• Works directly with outside sales representatives regarding blueprints.
• Follows up with take-off status and assists sales in project bidding.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Estimating experience

Construction knowledge

Sales experience

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Professional Estimating Software

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)

Job description

Carter Lumber Company in Indiana is seeking an estimator to perform material take-offs for residential and light commercial buildings, using blueprints and estimating software to bid accurately. The role emphasizes collaboration with outside sales and attention to document accuracy.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, understand building components, and leverage Microsoft Office for estimates. Growth opportunities exist through internal promotion andVendor incentives are available.