Lumber/Timber Estimator

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented Construction Estimator or Quantity Surveyor to join our Vietnam team and support U.S. lumber and building material suppliers.

In this role, you will review construction drawings and prepare lumber takeoffs—detailed lists of the types, sizes, and quantities of materials needed to build a project. Your work will help our customers quote and supply materials for U.S. residential construction.

This opportunity is well suited to candidates with a background in civil engineering, construction estimating, or quantity surveying who enjoy working with drawings and developing accurate material quantities. Experience with U.S. construction, particularly wood-frame homes, is highly valued.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret architectural and structural drawings, specifications, and project revisions.
• Prepare accurate lumber and related material takeoffs for U.S. residential projects.
• Quantify materials for floor, wall, and roof framing, including dimensional lumber, engineered wood products, sheathing, and associated components.
• Organize material lists by building area, floor, or construction phase according to customer requirements.
• Identify missing information, conflicting details, and items requiring clarification.
• Document assumptions, exclusions, and questions clearly.
• Update takeoffs when drawings or project requirements change.
• Review completed work for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Communicate with team members and U.S. customers to meet project requirements and deadlines.
  

Required Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in construction estimating, quantity takeoffs, or quantity surveying.
• Ability to read architectural and structural drawings and extract material quantities.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with digital drawing or estimating software.
• Working proficiency in English, particularly reading construction documents and writing clear project questions.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to learn U.S. wood-frame construction methods, material terminology, and measurement conventions.
  

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting U.S. construction projects or working with U.S. customers.
• Knowledge of residential wood framing, including floor systems, wall framing, roof framing, and sheathing.
• Experience using PlanSwift, Bluebeam Revu, or Prebuilt.
• Familiarity with U.S. construction drawings and imperial measurements, including feet and inches.
• Experience preparing lumber takeoffs or material lists for building material suppliers, framing contractors, homebuilders, or estimating service providers.

Prior experience working for a lumberyard is not required. Candidates with strong construction takeoff skills and relevant software experience are encouraged to apply.