Junior Estimator: Construction Cost & Takeoffs

Main Street Homes of VA, Inc; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Main Street Homes of VA, Inc is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support material takeoffs, cost estimates, and purchasing for residential construction projects. The role collaborates with the PED team to maintain accurate estimating data and uses MarkSystems, Smartsheet, and MS Office tools.

The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, solid communication skills, and 1–2 years of construction experience.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage changing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal, written, and active listening skills.
• 1-2 years of experience in construction environment preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook is required.
• Degree in Business or related field, or equivalent work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain material lists for neighborhoods, home plans, and options.
• Takeoffs of material and labor quantities; prepare cost estimates.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and prepare cost comparisons.
• Investigate discrepancies in material costs and contractor charges.
• Monitor price changes; report significant variances to leadership.
• Ensure plans meet architectural requirements and scopes of work.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders and work orders on schedule.
• Maintain MarkSystems, QFS sheets, and Smartsheet records.
• Assist with trade partner agreements, scopes of work, and insurance certificates.
• Collaborate with PED team to maintain accurate estimating data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Verbal and written communication

Excel

Word

Outlook

Residential construction experience

Education

High school diploma

Business-related degree or equivalent experience preferred

Tools

MarkSystems

Smartsheet

QFS sheets

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Main Street Homes of VA, Inc is seeking a Purchasing Assistant to support material takeoffs, cost estimates, and purchasing for residential construction projects. The role collaborates with the PED team to maintain accurate estimating data and uses MarkSystems, Smartsheet, and MS Office tools.

The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, solid communication skills, and 1–2 years of construction experience.