Home Construction Estimator

US LBM; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

US LBM Holdings, LLC is seeking an Estimator to prepare material estimates for home construction projects and support sales staff with orders and material lists. The role requires blueprint literacy, accurate measurement interpretation, and effective communication with contractors and internal teams.

You will read construction plans, apply company policies, and assist with take-offs while ensuring cost controls and adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in engineering or related area required.
• 1–3 years construction and building materials experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret plans with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Estimate the amount of materials needed for home construction according to policy and local code.
• Assist salesmen with customer orders and materials lists.
• Assist in trim take-offs and provide contractor support.
• Train sales reps in estimating techniques and blueprint reading.
• Review actual vs. estimated materials on project completion.
• Occasionally work at the sales/hardware counter and manage expenditures per budget.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Building plans interpretation

Mathematics

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate's Degree in engineering or related area

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

US LBM Holdings, LLC is seeking an Estimator to prepare material estimates for home construction projects and support sales staff with orders and material lists. The role requires blueprint literacy, accurate measurement interpretation, and effective communication with contractors and internal teams.

You will read construction plans, apply company policies, and assist with take-offs while ensuring cost controls and adherence to safety standards.