What are the responsibilities and job description for the Material Estimator position at Cross-Grain Estimating?
Job title
Estimator
Reports to
Owner
Job purpose
We are looking for a trustworthy, experienced Estimator to join our team and help us better serve our customers.
Job duties and responsibilities
Job duties and responsibilities include:
- Use drawings and specifications from customers to complete a minimum of four material takeoff packages, consistent with current deliverables, per business day using PlanSwift
- Make informed inferences based on construction knowledge when plans are incomplete or in the design phase
- Review material takeoff packages for thoroughness and accuracy
- Upload takeoff packages to Dropbox and email Dropbox links to Office Administrator
- Respond professionally to emails and voicemails from team members and customers within one business day
Qualifications
Qualifications include:
- Ability to read and understand architectural and structural drawings and plan specifications
- Minimum of three years’ experience using PlanSwift
- Knowledge of typical practices in residential framing
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Dropbox, and email
- Minimum of two years’ construction and lumber yard experience is required
- General knowledge of building codes and practices in the Southeast region of the US
- Knowledge of what lumber is typically stocked in lumber yards
- Please provide resume and 3 professional references
Working conditions
This is a remote position. Minimal travel will be required. Must have a computer that meets the PlanSwift system requirements. Starting salary $60k-$70k depending on experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Compensation Package:
- Bonus opportunities
Schedule:
- Day shift
Application Question(s):
- Do you reside in the Southeastern region of the United States?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Planswift: 3 years (Preferred)
- Residential construction: 2 years (Preferred)
Experience:
- Planswift: 3 years (Preferred)
- Residential construction: 2 years (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mountain City, TN 37683
Salary : $60,000 - $70,000