Home Improvement Project Estimator

TruBlue Home Service Ally; Painesville (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

TruBlue of the Western Reserve seeks a diligent Home Improvement Project Estimator in Painesville, Ohio to prepare accurate estimates for handyman and general contracting projects. You will gather data from sites and vendors, analyze labor costs, materials, and production times to build detailed reports for profitable decisions.

The role requires strong numerical and analytical skills, experience in construction estimation, and proficiency with estimating software.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a construction/trades estimator or similar position.
• Familiarity with financial and project management principles.
• In-depth knowledge of data analysis methods and estimation formulas.
• Exquisite math and IT ability with an analytical mindset.
• Proficient in relevant estimating software.
• Outstanding communication, sales, and negotiation abilities.
• Thoroughness and reliability.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand the project/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 by 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.).

Skills

Estimator experience

Financial principles

Data analysis

Estimation formulas

Math

Estimating software

Communication

Reliability

Job description

Home Improvement Project Estimator

Location: Painesville, Ohio

TruBlue of the Western Reserve is a home improvement services company dedicated to providing value and peace of mind to our clients. Our mission is to be the most professional house care service available, providing safety assessments and routine maintenance/improvements to our customers’ homes. Vision: We want to be part of the community, improving one home and life at a time.

Values

• Excellence – We do it better than anyone else and take pride in our work
• Do the Right Thing – Even when no one is looking
• Loyalty – Devotion to your job and the customer
• Professional – Achieve high standards in your work and behavior
• Development – Continue to grow and help others grow

Are you the right fit?

We are looking for a diligent Home Improvement Project Estimator to prepare accurate estimates for handyman & general contracting projects by gathering information and analyzing important metrics while building relationships with clients, the community, and partners. You will provide knowledge of cost and benefits that support profitable business decisions. The ideal candidate will have excellent numerical skills and an analytical mindset. You must be thorough and apt in managing relationships with key persons. The goal is to provide detailed reports so the company can make informed decisions that will enhance its profitability and growth.

Responsibilities

• Understand the project/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 by 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.)

Requirements

• Proven experience as a construction/trades estimator or similar position
• Familiarity with financial and project management principles
• In‑depth knowledge of research and data analysis methods and estimation formulas
• Exquisite math and IT ability with an analytical mindset
• Proficient in relevant estimating software
• Outstanding communication, sales, and negotiation abilities
• Thoroughness and reliability
• Excellent organizational skills