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Carter Lumber

Huntertown, INFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Huntertown, IN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Carter Lumber is hiring an Estimator. A Carter Lumber Estimator performs material take-offs on residential and light commercial buildings. This role requires accurate knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the building construction industry. A strong belief in the company's mission and goals, along with excellent customer service, are necessary for this position.

Key focus areas include 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, and Reviews and fixes potential inaccuracies in material lists.

Successful candidates bring 2+ Years Residential Construction and 2+ Years Estimating. Important skills include Professional Estimating Software, Microsoft Word, Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook, and Material Take-Offs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Professional Estimating SoftwareMicrosoft WordExcelMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft OutlookMaterial Take-OffsRead BlueprintsCustomer Service

Qualifications

2+ Years Experience in Residential and Light Commercial Construction or 2 Years in EstimatingUnderstanding of Home, Pole Building, Garage, Barn and Deck ComponentsBuilding Material Sales Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Estimator

Huntertown, IN

Full Time

Estimating

Experienced

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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!

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