Overview:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Construction Estimator to support a residential home-building company with preparing construction cost estimates, developing client proposals, organizing project documentation, and monitoring project-related expenses. The ideal candidate has experience in residential construction and understands how to interpret building plans, evaluate project requirements, estimate material and labor costs, and prepare accurate pricing proposals. This role requires strong analytical skills, excellent English communication, and the ability to coordinate with management and project teams to ensure estimates align with project specifications and business requirements. Note: This role focuses on construction cost estimation and proposal preparation, excluding material quantity takeoffs.
Schedule:
- Full-time (Remote)
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM EST
Key Responsibilities:
Construction Cost Estimation
- Prepare cost estimates for residential construction and home-building projects.
- Evaluate project requirements, construction specifications, and building plans to determine expected costs.
- Estimate material, labor, subcontractor, and other project-related expenses using available project information and supplier pricing.
- Review supplier and subcontractor quotations to support accurate project pricing.
- Identify potential cost discrepancies, pricing gaps, and budget considerations.
Proposal and Pricing Preparation
- Prepare detailed construction cost proposals for client review.
- Organize estimates into clear, professional, and easy-to-understand formats.
- Ensure pricing proposals reflect project specifications, expected expenses, and applicable cost assumptions.
- Revise estimates and proposals based on updated project requirements or management feedback.
- Maintain consistency and accuracy across all submitted estimates.
Project Documentation and Coordination
- Maintain organized records of estimates, proposals, supplier quotations, and project documentation.
- Coordinate with management and project personnel to clarify specifications and pricing requirements.
- Track estimate revisions and ensure the latest information is reflected in project records.
- Assist with documenting project changes that may affect estimated costs.
- Support communication between the office and project teams to keep information accurate and up to date.
Cost Monitoring and Administrative Support
- Assist in comparing estimated costs against available actual project expenses.
- Maintain cost comparison reports and estimation spreadsheets.
- Flag significant cost differences or potential budget concerns for management review.
- Support project documentation and administrative follow-up related to estimates and proposals.
- Assist with documenting post-construction touch-ups or outstanding items when required.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Construction Estimator, preferably in residential construction or home building.
- Strong understanding of residential construction processes and project costs.
- Experience preparing construction estimates, cost breakdowns, and pricing proposals.
- Ability to interpret construction plans, blueprints, and project specifications for estimating purposes.
- Familiarity with material pricing, labor costs, subcontractor pricing, and supplier quotations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and construction-related estimating tools.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate effectively with management.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience supporting a residential contractor, home builder, or construction company.
- Familiarity with construction estimating software.
- Experience preparing client-facing construction proposals.
- Understanding of construction budgets, cost variations, and project expense tracking.
