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:4+ years of hands‑on experience in multi‑family truss design or truss estimatingGeneral construction estimating experience alone is not sufficientAbility to read and interpret architectural and structural blueprints specifically for truss layoutStrong understanding of multi‑family construction standardsFamiliarity with professional estimating softwareProficiency in MiTek truss design software (preferred); ITW/Alpine experience is a plusProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook)Experience in building material sales is helpfulResponsibilities:Estimating:Perform accurate material take‑offs for multi‑family truss and component designsReview construction documents to determine required materials for bidsIdentify and correct inaccuracies in truss‑related material listsInterpret architectural and structural plans to generate truss layoutsCollaborate with Component/Truss Designers to ensure accurate truss and panel specificationsField Support:Work directly with outside sales representatives on blueprint interpretation and project detailsProvide updates on take‑off status and assist sales teams in project sellingBenefits (full-time employees):Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employmentShort and Long-Term DisabilityCompany-paid life insurance and AD&DOptional supplemental life insuranceCompany-match 401(k)Vacation time and paid holidaysVendor incentivesRoom for growth; we promote from withinMilitary encouraged to apply!

Multi-Family Component/Truss Estimator

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Neil Sackett

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