Truss Estimator

Synectics Inc.; Citrus Heights (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Performance-based incentive

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Synectics Inc. is seeking an experienced Truss Estimator in Northern California to join a growing structural building components manufacturer. You will review plans, perform roof and floor truss takeoffs, and prepare accurate quotes while collaborating with sales, design, and operations.

You will identify pricing drivers, coordinate with design teams on complex conditions, and manage multiple projects with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous construction estimating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural plans.
• Strong understanding of residential construction and framing.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors and construction professionals.

Responsibilities

• Review architectural and structural plans for residential and commercial projects.
• Perform roof and floor truss takeoffs.
• Determine quantities, spans, sizes, profiles, and special conditions.
• Identify design, engineering, and constructability issues that may affect pricing.
• Prepare accurate and timely project estimates and quotations.
• Price lumber, hardware, engineering, delivery, and related project costs.
• Understand markup and gross margin and maintain pricing discipline.
• Coordinate with design teams regarding unusual or complex project conditions.
• Communicate with builders, contractors, framers, and internal teams.
• Clarify project scope, assumptions, exclusions, and customer requirements.
• Follow up on quotes and support sales efforts.
• Identify potential estimating issues before projects enter production.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

Skills

Estimating experience

Reading plans

Residential framing

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration with builders

Tools

MiTek software

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• A growing structural building components manufacturer in Northern California is seeking an experienced Truss Estimator to join its team.
• This role is responsible for accurately estimating roof and floor truss projects, reviewing construction plans, preparing quotes, and working closely with customers, sales, design, and operations.

Review architectural and structural plans for residential and commercial projects.

• Perform roof and floor truss takeoffs.
• Determine quantities, spans, sizes, profiles, and special conditions.
• Identify design, engineering, and constructability issues that may affect pricing.
• Prepare accurate and timely project estimates and quotations.
• Price lumber, hardware, engineering, delivery, and related project costs.
• Understand markup and gross margin and maintain pricing discipline.
• Coordinate with design teams regarding unusual or complex project conditions.
• Communicate with builders, contractors, framers, and internal teams.
• Clarify project scope, assumptions, exclusions, and customer requirements.
• Follow up on quotes and support sales efforts.
• Identify potential estimating issues before projects enter production.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accuracy.

Requirements

• Previous construction estimating experience.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural plans.
• Strong understanding of residential construction and framing.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong computer skills.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with contractors and construction professionals.

Preferred Experience

• Roof or floor truss estimating experience.
• Experience with MiTek or similar truss software
• Lumber pricing and construction material cost experience.
• Framing or structural construction experience.
• Experience working directly with builders, contractors, or framers.
• Knowledge of engineered wood products and structural systems.
• We are looking for someone who takes ownership, communicates well, works effectively under pressure, and understands the importance of estimating accuracy and profitability.
• Detail-oriented and analytical.
• Proactive and accountable.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Willing to collaborate with sales, design, and operations.
• Able to identify potential problems before they become production issues.
• Customer-focused and responsive.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Performance-based incentive opportunity
• Opportunity for advancement