Estimator

Sanford, NC

Full Time

Estimating

Experienced

A Carter Lumber Estimator specializing in Framing, Siding, and Trim will perform material take-offs for both residential and commercial buildings. A typical building estimate involves analyzing on-screen building plans and specifications. This role uses Planswift and Professional Estimating software to measure and calculate materials specific to framing, siding, and trim for Carter Lumber’s Outside Sales Representatives to price and source effectively. Effective communication with the field and internal departments are mandatory for the success of this position.

Requirements

Skilled in reading both residential and light commercial blueprints and specifications
Experience in estimating materials and costs for framing, siding, and trim projects
Good working knowledge of wood frame construction materials and methods
Familiar with Pole Building construction
Excellent communicator while talking with other estimators, builders and salesmen
Must be a self-starter, organized, and comfortable working within strict deadlines
Competency in basic mathematics and geometry
Comfortable with computers and receptive to learning new software
Experience in PlanSwift, Professional Estimator, Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Estimating
- Conducts material take-offs specific to framing, siding, and trim for residential and commercial designs in a timely and precise manner.
- Reviews construction documents and understands material to bid.
- Reviews and fixes potential inaccuracies in material lists.
Field Support
- Partners with Outside Sales Representatives to address all aspects of framing, siding, and trim in building plans.
- 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!

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