Multi-Family Component​/Truss Estimator

A Carter Lumber Multi‑Family Component/Truss Estimator is responsible for performing detailed material take‑offs and truss‑specific estimating for multi‑family construction projects. This role requires direct experience with truss design, truss layout interpretation, and component estimating. A strong belief in the company's mission and goals, as well as a commitment to exceptional customer service, is essential for this position. This position requires direct, hands‑on experience in truss design or truss estimating, specifically within multi‑family construction.

This is not a general construction estimating role.

• 4+ years of hands‑on experience in multi‑family truss design or truss estimating
  • General construction estimating experience alone is not sufficient
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints specifically for truss layout
• Strong understanding of multi‑family construction standards
• Familiarity with professional estimating software
• Proficiency in MiTek truss design software (preferred); ITW/Alpine experience is a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
• Experience in building material sales is helpful

• Perform accurate material take‑offs for multi‑family truss and component designs
• Review construction documents to determine required materials for bids
• Identify and correct inaccuracies in truss‑related material lists
• Interpret architectural and structural plans to generate truss layouts
• Collaborate with Component/Truss Designers to ensure accurate truss and panel specifications

• Work directly with outside sales representatives on blueprint interpretation and project details
• Provide updates on take‑off status and assist sales teams in project selling

• 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!