Estimation & Project Development Coordinator

Luedeker Homes; Bellville (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development

Team oriented environment

Job summary

Luedeker Homes is a custom home builder serving Austin, Fayette, and Washington Counties in Texas. We are seeking an Estimation & Project Development Coordinator to review plans, prepare accurate estimates, and work directly with clients through the project development and pre-construction phase.

This role blends hands-on estimating with client communication and project coordination. You will help guide projects from early concepts to production, ensuring information is complete, accurate, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in residential construction, estimating, pre-construction, operations, or project management.
• Ability to read and interpret residential construction plans and specifications.
• Familiarity with JobTread or similar construction software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare project estimates: Review residential construction plans, evaluate requirements, and prepare estimates reflecting scope, materials, labor, and costs.
• Review plans and specifications to build accurate estimates.
• Validate quantities and costs: check for discrepancies before moving forward.
• Support project development: organize information and ensure pre-construction docs are in place.
• Coordinate project details with internal teams, vendors, and subs.
• Maintain organized records of estimates and project documents in JobTread or similar systems.
• Support production handoff with clear, complete project information.
• Client communication throughout development to clarify requirements and keep process moving.
• Identify process improvements for estimating and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with the team to keep work organized and advancing.

Skills

Residential construction

Estimating

Pre-construction coordination

Client communication

Project coordination

Plan reading

Tools

JobTread

Job description

Luedeker Homes

Luedeker Homes is a custom home builder serving Austin County, Fayette County, and Washington County, Texas. We take pride in our craftsmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering well-built homes and a positive client experience.

Bellville, Texas | Full-Time | On-site

Luedeker Homes is a custom home builder serving Austin County, Fayette County, and Washington County, Texas. We take pride in our craftsmanship, attention to detail, and commitment to delivering well-built homes and a positive client experience.

We're looking for an Estimation & Project Development Coordinator who understands residential construction, can review building plans, prepare accurate estimates, and work directly with clients throughout the project development and pre-construction phase.

This role combines hands‑on estimating with client communication and project coordination. You'll help clients navigate the early stages of their projects, clarify details and expectations, and ensure the information needed to move projects into production is accurate, complete, and well organized.

We're looking for someone who takes ownership, thinks critically, and values accuracy, accountability, and practical problem-solving.

Learn more: www.luedekerhomes.com

What You'll Do

• Prepare project estimates: Review residential construction plans, evaluate project requirements, and prepare estimates that reflect the scope of work, materials, labor, and anticipated costs.
• Review plans and specifications: Develop a solid understanding of construction documents and identify the information needed to build an accurate estimate.
• Validate quantities and costs: Review estimates for accuracy, investigate discrepancies, and flag costs or numbers that don't make sense before projects move forward.
• Support project development: Help organize project information and ensure estimates, documentation, and other pre-construction requirements are in place.
• Coordinate project details: Work with internal team members, vendors, and subcontractors to gather information needed for estimates and project planning.
• Maintain organized records: Keep estimates, project documents, and related information accurate and up to date in JobTread or other company systems.
• Support the production handoff: Help ensure the production team receives clear, complete, and reliable project information before construction begins.
• Client communication: Communicate with homeowners throughout the project development and pre-construction phase to gather information, clarify project requirements, answer questions, and help keep the process moving forward.
• Improve processes: Identify opportunities to make estimating, documentation, and project preparation more accurate and efficient.
• Work collaboratively: Partner with Luedeker Homes team members, including the existing project development support, to keep work organized and moving forward.

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in residential construction, estimating, pre-construction, operations, or project management.
• Custom home construction experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret residential construction plans and specifications.
• Understanding of construction methods, materials, quantities, and project costs.
• Experience coordinating project details with clients, vendors, subcontractors, or internal teams.
• Familiarity with JobTread or similar construction management software preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage priorities, follow through on commitments, and raise questions when information appears incomplete or inconsistent.

What Success Looks Like

• Producing accurate, well-supported estimates that help the team make informed project decisions.
• Communicating clearly and promptly so homeowners understand project requirements and next steps.
• Maintaining organized project information and ensuring a reliable handoff to production.
• Identifying discrepancies early and finding practical ways to improve the project development process.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary with flexibility for highly qualified candidates commensurate with experience
• Health insurance options
• Retirement plan with employer participation
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative team environment

Why Join Luedeker Homes?

At Luedeker Homes, we believe great homes are built by great people.

We're looking for professionals who pursue excellence both personally and professionally, put the team first, and do what is right every time. We operate with clear expectations, proven systems, and a culture of accountability where every team member is empowered to take ownership, solve problems, and contribute to the long‑term success of the company.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact today while developing into a future operations leader as Luedeker Homes continues to grow.