Lumber Estimator

About the role

The Lumber Estimator at Mead Lumber Company is responsible for quantifying materials, labor, and equipment needed to complete construction projects. This position involves preparing estimates for lumber and related materials, working with various stakeholders, and ensuring efficient use of purchased materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepares estimates for all lumber and lumber-related materials associated with the project.
• Works with sales, purchasing, customers, general contractors, and designers to develop and present an accurate estimate of all lumber associated with the project.
• Proposes new products and acquisitions in support of long-range corporate goals.
• Aids in eliminating products when in the best interests of the company.
• Researches markets, potential trends, and incorporates relevant improvements into estimates.
• Reviews available quote sheets and verifies customer requirements for specific projects; designs preliminary truss drawings.
• Uses CAD software to draw basic design layouts, elevations, and packages.
• Uses Excel and other software to prepare bids and quotations.
• Collaborates with salesmen to meet client deadlines and may be responsible for presenting bids to customers.
• Plans and coordinates own work efficiency to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related productivity goals.
• Reviews completed projects and analyzes/adjusts estimating process to improve profitability efforts.
• Collaborates with purchasing and inventory control staff to ensure usage of purchased materials is effective and timely. Incorporates aging materials as necessary to reduce inventory liabilities.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Minimum of two years of experience estimating residential, commercial, or agricultural buildings, or estimating for a lumber yard.
• Two years framing experience may also be considered.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge/understanding of CAD helpful but not required.
• Previous experience using BisTrack preferred.
• Proficiency with estimating software, digital take-off tools, Microsoft Office, and spreadsheets.
• Solid understanding of construction methods for residential or commercial projects.
• Proficiency in mathematical computation in geometry methods.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge/understanding of CAD helpful but not required.
• Previous experience using BisTrack preferred.
• Proficiency with estimating software, digital take-off tools, Microsoft Office, and spreadsheets.
• Solid understanding of construction methods for residential or commercial projects.
• Proficiency in mathematical computation in geometry methods.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Benefits

• Participates in ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan).
• Competitive pay.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.
• 100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD.
• Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTDP.
• Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

Competitive pay as well as the benefits listed above.

Schedule

Flexible scheduling options that support your lifestyle.