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Join a well-established and growing
lumber and building materials supplier
serving residential and commercial construction markets. We are committed to providing top-quality materials, precision estimating, and superior customer service.
Job Overview
We are seeking a
Lumber Estimator
to analyze construction plans, perform material takeoffs, and develop accurate cost estimates for framing packages, including
lumber, trusses, sheathing, and engineered wood products . This role requires strong attention to detail, familiarity with construction methods, and a keen interest in improving processes—including the
creation of a database within PlanSwift
to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyze blueprints and construction documents to determine material needs.
Perform
detailed takeoffs for lumber, trusses, sheathing, and framing materials .
Develop
accurate cost estimates
for customers, contractors, and sales teams.
Utilize
PlanSwift or similar estimating software
to generate material lists and streamline estimating processes.
Lead the development of a materials database within PlanSwift
to improve future estimating efficiency.
Collaborate with sales, purchasing, and operations teams to ensure accurate pricing and availability of materials.
Assist in value engineering by recommending cost-effective material solutions.
Stay updated on industry trends, material costs, and best practices in estimating.
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in lumber estimating
or a related field.
Strong knowledge of
framing materials, engineered wood products, and construction methods .
Proficiency in
PlanSwift (), Excel, and other estimating software .
Ability to interpret architectural and structural blueprints accurately.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience creating and managing a
database for material takeoffs
is a plus.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a
growing, industry-leading company .
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Opportunity to
enhance and modernize estimating processes .
Collaborative work environment with career growth potential.
Join a well-established and growing
lumber and building materials supplier
serving residential and commercial construction markets. We are committed to providing top-quality materials, precision estimating, and superior customer service.
Job Overview
We are seeking a
Lumber Estimator
to analyze construction plans, perform material takeoffs, and develop accurate cost estimates for framing packages, including
lumber, trusses, sheathing, and engineered wood products . This role requires strong attention to detail, familiarity with construction methods, and a keen interest in improving processes—including the
creation of a database within PlanSwift
to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities:
Analyze blueprints and construction documents to determine material needs.
Perform
detailed takeoffs for lumber, trusses, sheathing, and framing materials .
Develop
accurate cost estimates
for customers, contractors, and sales teams.
Utilize
PlanSwift or similar estimating software
to generate material lists and streamline estimating processes.
Lead the development of a materials database within PlanSwift
to improve future estimating efficiency.
Collaborate with sales, purchasing, and operations teams to ensure accurate pricing and availability of materials.
Assist in value engineering by recommending cost-effective material solutions.
Stay updated on industry trends, material costs, and best practices in estimating.
Qualifications:
2+ years of experience in lumber estimating
or a related field.
Strong knowledge of
framing materials, engineered wood products, and construction methods .
Proficiency in
PlanSwift (), Excel, and other estimating software .
Ability to interpret architectural and structural blueprints accurately.
Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Experience creating and managing a
database for material takeoffs
is a plus.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a
growing, industry-leading company .
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Opportunity to
enhance and modernize estimating processes .
Collaborative work environment with career growth potential.