Job Description

Lumber Estimator

Department: Estimating

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Metropolitan Companies Wyomissing

Key Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, product specifications, and utilize company & preferred software to accurately determine time the amount, cost, and type of wood needed.
• Work with architects as needed for changes, questions, etc. on blueprints and building plan documents.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates of materials by analyzing plans and specifications.
• Utilize spreadsheets and company software to input dimensions and other data to calculate projected costs of proposed projects.
• Source materials, compare supplier pricing, and track orders to ensure timely delivery to the job site.
• Consult with clients, vendors, and personnel in other departments to discuss and formulate estimates.
• Perform quality take-offs.
• Prepare cost and expenditure statements and other necessary documentation for the duration of the project.
• Assess cost effectiveness of products, projects or services through the duration of the project.
• Send out bids and track actual costs relative to bids as project develops.
• Perform other duties as assigned and required.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Ability to multi-task and estimate multiple projects at a time.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented.

• HS diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• 5+ years’ experience estimating in the lumber industry
• Proficiency with Microsoft office
• Ability to read blueprints
• Ability to travel to job sites as needed

• 5 years’ experience estimating in the commercial construction industry
• Previous experience with Stack, Procore, Pro Est, Building Connected, Adobe, Revu, Bluebeam, AutoCAD/Auto Desk/MiTek

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability)
• Health Savings Plan (HSA)
• 401k Plan-Match
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Bonus Program
• Employee Referral Bonus