Top Notch Logworks

Top Notch Logworks is looking for an experienced Deck Estimator & Sales Representative to join our team in Gypsum, CO. This role combines customer sales, construction estimating, field measurements, material planning, and project follow-through. You’ll work from our Gypsum operation while traveling to residential job sites to evaluate prospective projects and check on work in progress.

Compensation & Benefits

• $40–$50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
• Performance-based bonuses
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employee ownership through ESOP shares
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

What You’ll Do

• Respond to leads and communicate with prospective customers about their deck and outdoor construction projects.
• Visit job sites to take measurements, evaluate existing conditions, and determine project scope.
• Review blueprints, drawings, specifications, and other project information when preparing estimates.
• Develop accurate labor and material estimates and prepare proposals for customers.
• Obtain and manage pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
• Purchase materials and coordinate other project-related needs.
• Present estimates to customers and maintain communication throughout the sales process.
• Provide crew leads with a thorough handoff when projects move into production.
• Visit active jobs to monitor progress and help ensure work remains consistent with the approved scope, estimate, and schedule.
• Track labor, materials, receipts, change orders, and other project information.
• Compare estimated costs and hours against actual job performance to improve future estimates.
• Communicate with customers regarding project status, site conditions, scheduling, and completion.
• Build strong working relationships with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and other business partners.
• Help identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and profitability of the deck division.
• Provide occasional production or project-management support when business needs require it.

What We’re Looking For

• 3+ years of experience in construction estimating, project management, construction sales, or a related role.
• 3+ years of experience with log, timber, deck, or comparable construction.
• Strong understanding of construction materials, labor requirements, and project costs.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and blueprints.
• Strong math and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and basic computer systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• Ability to work independently while also working closely with production and management teams.

Experience with custom residential construction and direct customer sales is a plus. Spanish/English bilingual communication skills are also a plus.

The Work

This is not a desk-only estimating position. You’ll regularly spend time in the field evaluating prospective projects and checking on active work.

The position requires the ability to:

• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Drive to job sites, including occasional trips of approximately 1.5 hours each way.
• Climb ladders and access difficult-to-reach areas when measuring projects.
• Lift up to 60 pounds occasionally.
• Spend extended periods working at a computer preparing estimates, proposals, and project documentation.

About Top Notch Logworks

Top Notch Logworks is an employee-owned company specializing in custom log and timber construction. Since 1999, we have built our reputation around quality craftsmanship, dependability, and complex custom work throughout the Aspen and Vail Valley region.

As an ESOP, our employees have an opportunity to share in the long-term success of the company. We value people who take ownership of their work, communicate well, support their teammates, and take pride in delivering quality results.

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