Pool Estimator - Waterscapes Pools & Spa

Neal Communities of Southwest Florida, Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

401(k) with company matching

PTO & paid holidays

Employer paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Neal Communities is seeking a Pool Estimator for Waterscape’s Pools & Spas. Prepare accurate takeoffs and budgets for the pool division, purchase materials, and manage costs within budgets while maintaining quality standards.

Responsibilities include cost comparisons, updating pricing files, and data entry into Newstar. The role requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in residential construction estimating; experience with Newstar is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of experience in residential construction estimating, purchasing, construction operations, or related field preferred.
• Experience with Newstar (or similar homebuilding ERP/estimating software) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and cost analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and accurate quantity takeoffs for assigned plans; establish and monitor budgets for each phase of construction; identify cost-saving techniques, materials, and procedures that maintain required quality standards.
• Perform requested cost comparisons and analyses, and update the pricing file to keep cost information accurate and current.
• Monitor budgets, estimate the cost and impact of changes, and update applicable budgets and cost information accordingly.
• Enter required estimating, purchasing, and cost information into Newstar accurately and promptly.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills.

Skills

Residential construction estimating

Microsoft Excel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's in Construction/Business

Tools

Newstar ERP/estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Neal Communities is proud to be recognized as a 2026 Top Workplace, marking our eighth consecutive year receiving this distinction. We believe where you work matters—and we’re proud to build a workplace where people, purpose, and performance come together.

Join Waterscape’s Pools & Spas, part of the Neal Communities family, as a Pool Estimator. Prepare accurate, comprehensive takeoffs and budgets for the pool division. Purchase materials, support the selection of trade partners, and manage costs within established budgets while maintaining quality standards.

What You'll Love About Working At Neal Communities

• The People! We take tremendous pride in making a positive difference in our team's lives. Our employees are not just an asset to Neal Communities and its customers; they are essential to the success of our business
• Outstanding Benefits - Health Care - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Excellent Compensation Package
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with Company Matching Contributions
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Employer Paid ID Theft Protection
• Employee Home Purchase Discount Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Service Awards
• Vendor Discount Program

What You'll Do

• Prepare cost estimates and accurate quantity takeoffs for assigned plans; establish and monitor budgets for each phase of construction; and identify cost-saving techniques, materials, and procedures that maintain required quality standards.
• Perform requested cost comparisons and analyses, and update the pricing file to keep cost information accurate and current.
• Monitor budgets, estimate the cost and impact of changes, and update applicable budgets and cost information accordingly.
• Enter required estimating, purchasing, and cost information into Newstar accurately and promptly.
• The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills.

All employees will support the organization’s mission and vision by exhibiting the following behaviors: excellence and competence, collaboration and innovation, respect, commitment to our community, accountability, and ownership.

What You'll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Building Construction, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in residential construction estimating, purchasing, construction operations, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with Newstar (or similar homebuilding ERP/estimating software) preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, spreadsheets, and cost analysis tools.

Physical Requirements

• General sedentary work requiring the use of office equipment such as computers, copiers, printers, scanners, and
• Position requires sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, grasping, writing, typing, repetitive motions, hearing ability, visual acuity, and climbing stairs on occasion.
• May occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

Neal Communities and its affiliated entities work with a limited group of approved recruiting partners under a signed agreement. We do not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate referrals, or inquiries from other third-party agencies. Any resumes submitted without a current, signed recruiting agreement in place will be treated as direct applications, and Neal Communities and its affiliates will not pay any associated fees.

This policy applies to all job postings across NealCareers.com and any other platforms where Neal Communities or its affiliated companies advertise open positions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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