Preconstruction Estimator - Needs heavy lumber exp

Category: Professional
Location: Pataskala, OH 43062
Pay: $90,000.00 Annually
Posted: 4 days ago
Status: Open

Description

Preconstruction Estimator - Needs heavy lumber exp


Seeking Preconstruction Estimator to join a growing team! Needs heavy experience with lumber estimation.


What's in it for you?

  • Full Benefits
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Profit Sharing
  • 401K
  • PTO
  • Mon-Fri with Flexibility

Preconstruction Estimator - Needs heavy lumber exp Details:

  • Direct Hire position
  • $90,000.00 /annually
  • First Shift (Monday through Friday from 08:00am to 05:00pm)
  • Prepare conceptual, schematic, and final project estimates for multifamily construction projects.
  • Review architectural and structural plans to determine lumber, engineered wood products, and other building material quantities.
  • Identify scope gaps, discrepancies, and potential issues within construction drawings and specifications.
  • Recommend alternative materials, products, or construction methods that can reduce costs while maintaining project quality and performance.
  • Work with suppliers, vendors, and internal teams to obtain current material pricing and develop accurate project budgets.
  • Collaborate with sales, purchasing, design, and operations throughout the preconstruction process.
  • Ensure budgets, contracts, material scopes, assumptions, and project requirements are clearly communicated to the operations team before construction begins.
  • Stay informed of lumber and building material pricing, product availability, and market conditions that may impact project costs.

Preconstruction Estimator - Needs heavy lumber exp Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in construction estimating, preconstruction, multifamily construction, or a related field preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural construction plans.
  • Experience performing material quantity takeoffs.
  • Knowledge of lumber, engineered wood products, framing systems, and building materials is preferred.
  • Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and estimating or takeoff software.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across multiple departments. 


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Kristen Daily

4111 Central Avenue

Columbus, IN 47203

(812) 657-0283 ext.

kristen.daily@elwoodprofessional.com



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