Construction Estimator | Custom Home Building Materials

Southern Lumber and Millwork Corp • North Charleston, SC

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Lumber & Millwork is seeking a detail-oriented Construction Estimator to join our growing team in Charleston, South Carolina. Since 1941, our third-generation, family owned and operated company has supplied premium lumber, windows, doors, millwork, moulding, and specialty building materials to custom home builders, remodelers, contractors, and architects throughout the Charleston area and South Carolina Lowcountry. If you enjoy working with construction plans, solving problems, and helping bring custom homes to life, we'd love to meet you. As an Estimator, you will prepare accurate material takeoffs and estimates for residential construction projects by reviewing blueprints, specifications, and project documents. Estimates may include framing lumber, exterior products, interior trim, moulding, doors, windows, and other building materials needed for custom homes and renovations.

Requirements

• Strong math and analytical skills
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail
• Self-motivated and dependable
• Effective time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills
• A willingness to learn and grow

Nice To Haves

• 1+ year of construction estimating experience
• 1+ year of PlanSwift experience
• Blueprint reading experience
• Knowledge of residential construction or building materials is a plus

Responsibilities

• Review blueprints, specifications, and construction documents to understand project requirements
• Prepare accurate material takeoffs and estimates for residential construction projects
• Estimate framing, exterior, interior, millwork, window, door, and lumber packages
• Measure quantities and track project metrics
• Prepare reliable and accurate cost estimates
• Read and interpret residential construction blueprints
• Collaborate with the sales and estimating teams
• Develop an understanding of residential construction methods and project management processes
• Meet project deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance and other opt in packages
• Paid time off
• Employee discount
• Weekly pay
• Profit Sharing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed