Estimator - Siding

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision plans available

Short and Long-Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance

Company-match 401(k)

Vacation time and paid holidays

Room for growth; we promote from within!

Job summary

Carter Lumber Company is seeking an Estimator (Siding) in Charlotte, NC, to perform material take-offs specific to exterior products like vinyl and concrete siding on residential and light commercial buildings. This role requires a strong understanding of construction practices and the ability to read blueprints.

The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of relevant experience and sales knowledge. Benefits include health coverage, 401(k), and room for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience in residential and light commercial construction or 2 years in estimating.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints accurately.
• Strong knowledge of exterior siding and trim materials.

Responsibilities

• Perform material take-offs for residential and commercial designs from a variety of blueprints.
• Work directly with outside sales representatives on projects.
• Review construction documents to understand materials to bid.

Skills

Understanding of exterior siding and trim

Ability to read blueprints

Building material sales experience

3-4 years experience in residential and light commercial construction or 2 years in estimating

Working knowledge of Professional Estimating Software

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Job description

Carter Lumber Estimator (Siding)

A Carter Lumber Estimator (Siding) performs material take-offs specific to exterior products, including vinyl and concrete siding 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

• Understanding of exterior siding and trim
• Ability to read blueprints
• 3-4 years experience in residential and light commercial construction or 2 years in estimating
• Building material sales experience
• Working knowledge of Professional Estimating Software
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Access and Outlook

Responsibilities

• Estimating: Performs material take-offs for residential and commercial designs from a variety of blueprints in a timely manner. Reviews construction documents, understands material to bid, and reviews and fixes potential inaccuracies in material lists.
• Field Support: Works directly with 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!