Estimator

Overview

Estimate mass timber construction costs and prepare bid proposals.

Key Responsibilities

• take‑offs
• cost estimation
• value engineering
• bid proposals
• change orders
• client coordination

Tasks

Reporting to the Estimating Manager, the Estimator will be responsible for accurately estimating the costs associated with mass timber construction projects, ensuring that our clients receive competitive and transparent pricing while maintaining our commitment to sustainability and quality. -Perform Mass Timber and accessories take-offs using 2D (Bluebeam) or 3D (cadwork/Revit) software technologies. -Learn and understand manufacturing processes and practical applications of Mercer Mass Timber products, CrossLam CLT and Glulam beams/columns, including design properties, product mix, and accessory materials. -Prepare accurate cost estimates for labor, materials, equipment, and other project related expenses. -Conduct cost analysis on value engineering options provided by the Engineering team. -Analyze project requirements, including structural and architectural details, and determine the quantity and type of mass timber materials needed. -Work closely with the sales team and clients to address cost related inquiries and provide insight into budgeting and cost control. -Collaborate with the project team to ensure alignment between the estimated costs and the project's scope and objectives. -Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain quotes and pricing for specialized mass timber components or services. -Create detailed bid proposals for clients, including clear breakdowns of cost components and explanations of the estimate. -Document change orders comprehensively and provide clear notifications to the sales and coordination teams. -Stay up to date with industry trends, pricing, and regulations related to mass timber construction.

Requirements

• revit
• bluebeam
• ms excel
• estimating
• mass timber
• dfma

What You Bring

This position will be based out of our Spokane Valley facility. -Completed post-secondary education in Construction, Engineering, Wood Processing, or related discipline. -Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. -Knowledge of mass timber materials, construction methods, and related technologies. -Experience in the North American construction market. -Minimum 2-3 years of experience in estimating. -Knowledge of construction documents, drawings, specifications, and addenda process. -Mathematical and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail. -Knowledge of Cadwork/Revit and/or Bluebeam estimating software. -Knowledge of design, manufacturing, and construction principles (DfMA). -Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. -Proficiency in MS Excel. -Proven experience as an estimator, preferably in the construction or mass timber industry.

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Benefits

-401(k) retirement savings plan. -The salary for this position is $70,000 - $90,000. Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. -Our group benefits package, which has no waiting period, includes extended health and dental benefits.

About Mercer Mass Timber

-Specialists in buildings and commercial mass-timber projects, they blend manufacturing, engineering, and logistics into turnkey solutions. -High-profile projects include Walmart’s Bentonville campus and Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library framing. -They operate North America’s largest CLT press and cutting-edge glulam CNC, enabling rapid, precise, large-scale builds.

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