A Carter Lumber Multi‑Family Component/Truss Estimator is responsible for performing detailed material take‑offs and truss‑specific estimating for multi‑family construction projects. This role requires direct experience with truss design, truss layout interpretation, and component estimating. A strong belief in the company's mission and goals, as well as a commitment to exceptional customer service, is essential for this position.
This position requires direct, hands‑on experience in truss design or truss estimating, specifically within multi‑family construction. This is not a general construction estimating role.
Requirements:
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4+ years of hands‑on experience in multi‑family truss design or truss estimating
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General construction estimating experience alone is not sufficient
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Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints specifically for truss layout
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Strong understanding of multi‑family construction standards
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Familiarity with professional estimating software
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Proficiency in MiTek truss design software (preferred); ITW/Alpine experience is a plus
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Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)
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Experience in building material sales is helpful
Responsibilities:
Estimating:-
Perform accurate material take‑offs for multi‑family truss and component designs
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Review construction documents to determine required materials for bids
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Identify and correct inaccuracies in truss‑related material lists
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Interpret architectural and structural plans to generate truss layouts
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Collaborate with Component/Truss Designers to ensure accurate truss and panel specifications
Field Support:-
Work directly with outside sales representatives on blueprint interpretation and project details
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Provide updates on take‑off status and assist sales teams in project selling
Benefits (full-time employees):-
Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
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Short and Long-Term Disability
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Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
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Optional supplemental life insurance
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Company-match 401(k)
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Vacation time and paid holidays
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Vendor incentives
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Room for growth; we promote from within
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Military encouraged to apply!
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