Drafting and Estimating Team Lead

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Drafting and Estimating Team Lead to join our team. This role requires strong technical skills, leadership experience, and a proactive mindset to ensure the accuracy and efficiency of our drafting and estimating processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Blueprint Analysis: Ability to read and interpret residential floorplans, including door swings, window sizes, roof pitch, and other architectural details.
• Material Takeoffs: Perform takeoffs for various materials such as concrete, framing, drywall, roofing, masonry, and interior trim.
• Technical Drafting: Create comprehensive residential floorplans, including foundation, floor, roof, electrical, and elevation plans.
• Detail Drafting: Draft detailed designs for built-in cabinets, fireplaces, elevation options, foundation and footing details, wall sections, and framing.
• Digital Tools Proficiency: Utilize software such as Excel, Microsoft Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams efficiently. Experience with specific drafting or estimating software (such as Revit Architecture by Autodesk) is highly desirable.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively with team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Vendor Communication: Communicate effectively with vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail and Organization: Spot and address potential issues, ensuring accurate and thorough reporting. Maintain organized tools and documentation for field and shop operations.
• Time Management: Handle appointments and tasks efficiently to stay on schedule.
• Process Improvement: Refine department workflows to reduce reliance on paper and adopt more digital solutions.
• Training: Promote a culture of learning and development by providing constructive feedback and guiding team members to enhance their skills and processes.
• Plan Efficiency: Draft plans with a clear understanding of how they integrate into the building process.

Qualifications:

• Management or team lead experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.
• Commercial or residential estimating experience.
• Prior experience as a drafter or a degree/certification in drafting or a related field.

Preferred:

• Strong technical drawing skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Knowledge of architectural or engineering principles and practices.
• Familiarity with construction methods and materials.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and blueprints.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with Revit Architecture by Autodesk or similar drafting software.

Key Attributes:

• Positive attitude and teamwork-oriented mindset.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work proactively and independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional demeanor and communication skills.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Leadership: 1 year (Required)
• Drafting: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Jacksonville, NC 28540 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Jacksonville, NC 28540: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $28