Lead Residential Estimator - HUD/OFHA Senior Housing

Talent With Heart; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent With Heart is seeking a Senior Estimator – Residential to lead preconstruction estimates for large multi-family, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects in Columbus, OH. You will manage the estimating lifecycle, develop relationships with owners, architects, and subs, and present cost data directly to clients.

Qualifications include 4–7 years in estimating for large residential projects and specific HUD/OFHA experience.

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of estimating experience focused on large multi-family residential, apartments, and senior housing.
• Specific experience with HUD and OFHA estimating guidelines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to drive subcontractor engagement and client trust.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Estimating: Lead, create, and complete full project estimates. Review, analyze, and correct estimates produced by other team members.
• Bidding & Scoping: Set up qualified subcontractor bid lists, proactively call subs to drive participation, and thoroughly analyze submitted bids and scopes.
• Takeoffs & Pricing: Complete detailed On-Screen Takeoffs utilizing a strong understanding of current market and unit pricing.
• Value Engineering: Research specified materials, source viable alternatives, and develop value engineering ideas with associated costs.
• Preconstruction Planning: Develop preliminary preconstruction schedules and outline project staffing and General Condition requirements.
• Client & Partner Relations: Prepare presentation documents and professionally present cost information to clients. Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, architects, and subcontractors.

Skills

Estimating

Subcontractor engagement

Cost analysis

Communication

Tools

On-Screen Takeoff

Job description

Talent With Heart is seeking a Senior Estimator – Residential to lead preconstruction estimates for large multi-family, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects in Columbus, OH. You will manage the estimating lifecycle, develop relationships with owners, architects, and subs, and present cost data directly to clients.

Qualifications include 4–7 years in estimating for large residential projects and specific HUD/OFHA experience.