Residential Estimator
About The Position
The company specializes in ground-up residential construction, coastal/windstorm-compliant builds, and disaster recovery restoration projects in high-demand markets. They are hiring an experienced Residential Estimator to take full ownership of in-house estimating operations. Estimating is now being done by an outsourced 3rd party, and the company feels they can better serve their clients by investing in an in-house Estimator to perform accurate bids and take-offs. This is an opportunity for a seasoned estimator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands Gulf Coast construction standards, and wants to play a major role in building scalable estimating processes from the ground up.
Requirements
- 5+ years of residential construction estimating experience
- Strong experience estimating windstorm-rated and coastal residential projects
- Proficiency with takeoff software strongly preferred
- Experience with other takeoff software may be considered
- Ability to perform highly accurate takeoffs with minimal oversight
- Strong understanding of Gulf Coast building requirements and coastal construction standards
- Experience estimating ground-up single-family residential projects
- Able to manage high bid volume in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Xactimate experience is a plus but not required
- Field construction experience transitioning into estimating is highly valued
Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage 60–80 residential construction estimates per month
- Perform highly accurate material takeoffs directly from residential blueprints
- Analyze plans from multiple architects and engineers with speed and precision
- Estimate primarily ground-up single-family residential projects
- Support occasional multifamily, remodeling, and disaster recovery projects
- Collaborate closely with purchasing and project management teams to align material orders with takeoffs
- Help optimize and improve internal estimating workflows and systems
- Work within takeoff software to create consistent, scalable estimating processes
- Ensure compliance with coastal and windstorm construction requirements across TX, FL, AL, and NC
- Maintain detailed bid documentation and organized project records
- Contribute operational insight that improves cost control and field execution
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Paid time off + paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
