Procurement / Estimating Specialist - Design Build Company
About The Position
The Procurement / Estimating Specialist will support our team in the construction of high-end residential and subdivision projects, through the procurement of materials and placing orders in connection with our projects under construction. This role is pivotal, in that the candidate will possess a thorough understanding of the field process, protect the design intent and prevent costly delays. The ideal candidate is self-driven, organized, and quality-focused, with strong construction/product knowledge and good design instincts. This position can be full-time, or part-time.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of proven experience with residential construction estimating, ordering and coordinating cabinetry, doors, and windows;
- Working knowledge of installation requirements, lead times, and field coordination;
- Strong estimating fundamentals and ability to perform accurate takeoffs;
- Proficiency in reading, understanding and interpreting construction drawings and details;
- Strong design acumen and familiarity with current architectural/interior styles;
- Ability to maintain existing vendor relationships and establish new vendor relationships;
- Proficiency with MS Office 365, particularly Excel and Teams;
- High level of accountability, follow-through, and attention to detail
- Exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills;
- Astute time management, attention to detail, organizational, planning, effective multi-tasking, problem-solving, follow-through and customer service skills;
- Ability to work effectively alone and within a collaborative team environment;
- Valid CA driver’s license and clean and insurable record.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with high-end residential construction, custom details, and finish standards, a plus;
- Experience creating/maintaining procurement logs, submittal logs, and lead-time trackers, a plus;
- AutoCAD or equivalent drafting software experience, a plus
Responsibilities
- Procurement / Purchasing
- Cabinetry (finish and casework), windows, interior/exterior doors;
- Door hardware packages, stair systems, railings, chimney caps, and related finishing materials;
- Vendor coordination, quotes, lead-time management, and order tracking;
- Confirming specifications, dimensions, and compatibility with field conditions;
- Ensure quality and alignment with design intent and project schedule.
- Estimating + Quantity Takeoffs
- Perform quantity takeoffs and assemble scopes for pricing;
- Support estimate for finish packages and building components;
- Assist with value engineering and alternates when needed;
- Maintain clean, organized documentation for pricing, selections, and purchasing decisions.
- Construction Document Review / Coordination
- Read and interpret construction drawings and details (architectural and structural as needed);
- Identify discrepancies, missing information, or constructability concerns early;
- Coordinate clarifications with the design team, PMs, and field staff to prevent delays and rework.
Benefits
- Health insurance coverage for employee – Employer participation offered after 6 months
- 40 hours of annual paid time off during 1st year of employment on an accrual basis; increasing to 80 hours in 3rd – 5th years and 120 hours after year 5
- 40 hours of paid sick time annually allotted in a lump sum on start/anniversary date);
- 9 paid public holidays annually;
- Annual bonus structure based on performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
