Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

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!