Home Improvement Project Estimator

TruBlue Home Service Ally; North Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

TruBlue Home Service Ally is seeking a diligent Home Improvement Project Estimator and Technician in North Bethesda, Maryland. This role involves preparing accurate estimates for handyman and general contracting projects, conducting research on costs, and building relationships with clients. Responsibilities also include performing high-quality home maintenance and repairs, utilizing data analysis software, and submitting detailed bid reports. Proven estimator experience and knowledge in project management are required. Join a high-performing team dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a construction or trades estimator, or a similar position.
• Familiarity with financial and project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Understand the project or program and its requirements.
• Determine key variables for cost and other estimates.
• Gather first-hand information from sites, warehouses, or other venues.
• Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production times, etc.
• Use software for data analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Obtain and review offers and quotes from subcontractors or vendors.
• Perform risk analysis.
• Create and submit estimate reports or bids to appropriate persons.
• Build relationships with clients, technicians, key vendors.
• Provide consultation on planning.

Skills

Construction estimating

Project management

Data analysis

Client relationship management

Job description

Home Improvement Project Estimator

Location: Montgomery County, Maryland.

We are looking for a diligent Home Improvement Project Estimator and Technician to prepare accurate estimates for handyman and general contracting projects. This role involves gathering information, analyzing key metrics, and building relationships with clients, the community, and partners. The goal is to provide detailed reports that support profitable business decisions. The position also includes performing high‑quality home maintenance and repair projects from time to time as part of a high‑performing team.

Responsibilities

• Understand the project or program and its requirements.
• Determine key variables for cost and other estimates.
• Gather first‑hand information from sites, warehouses, or other venues.
• Conduct research to obtain data on labor costs, materials, production times, etc.
• Use software for data analysis, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Obtain and review offers and quotes from subcontractors or vendors.
• Perform risk analysis.
• Create and submit estimate reports or bids to appropriate persons (project managers, clients, bidding competitions, etc.).
• Build relationships with clients, technicians, key vendors (subcontractors, suppliers, engineers, etc.).
• Provide consultation on planning (schedules, manpower needs, etc.).

Requirements

• Proven experience as a construction or trades estimator, or a similar position.
• Familiarity with financial and project management principles.