Commercial Estimator

A Carter Lumber Commercial 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 this position:

• Understanding of residential and commercial building components
• 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

• 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. 

• 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. Job site visits may be required for field measures or to resolve any punch list items

• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance                                             
• Life Insurance
• Employer-matching 401(k) Plan
• Military encouraged to apply!