Project Estimator - Custom Home Builder

MaineGuide; York, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Greenier Builders, Inc. in York, Maine, is seeking a Project Estimator to prepare detailed estimates for custom residential construction and to manage budgets with project managers throughout the build process.

Ideal candidates read and interpret plans, compare subcontractor and supplier pricing, track costs, and maintain accurate records. Strong math, organization, and communication skills are essential for pricing, scheduling, and cost control on multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential construction estimating, project management, purchasing, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods and materials.
• Ability to read and understand architectural plans and construction documents.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills; excellent attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Buildertrend.
• Ability to work effectively with project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Construction experience or hands-on knowledge of the building process is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and budgets for custom home construction projects.
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project plans to determine labor, material, and subcontractor requirements.
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop accurate project budgets and cost breakdowns.
• Track project costs and budgets throughout construction.
• Identify budget variances and potential cost issues early.
• Work closely with Project Managers to maintain accurate project budgets and forecasts.
• Order and coordinate materials for projects.
• Obtain and compare material and subcontractor pricing.
• Maintain accurate records of estimates, purchase orders, commitments, and project costs.
• Assist Project Managers with change orders, pricing, and cost tracking.
• Communicate with subcontractors and vendors regarding pricing, availability, and scheduling.
• Help ensure materials are ordered accurately and delivered when needed.
• Review invoices and purchase orders for accuracy and proper job allocation.
• Assist with project closeout and final cost reconciliation.
• Maintain organized project documentation.
• Perform other estimating and project support duties as needed.

Skills

Residential construction estimating

Budgeting and cost control

Reading blueprints/plans

Project coordination

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Buildertrend

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

About Greenier Builders

Greenier Builders, Inc. is a custom home builder based in York, Maine. We take pride in building high-quality custom homes with an emphasis on craftsmanship, attention to detail, organization, and strong relationships with our clients, subcontractors, and vendors.

Position Overview

The Project Estimator will be responsible for preparing accurate estimates for custom residential construction projects, establishing and tracking project budgets, ordering materials, and working closely with project managers throughout the construction process.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, comfortable working with numbers, and understands residential construction. You should be able to read and interpret plans, obtain and compare subcontractor and supplier pricing, identify potential cost issues, and communicate effectively with both field and office personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and budgets for custom home construction projects
• Review architectural drawings, specifications, and project plans to determine labor, material, and subcontractor requirements
• Solicit and evaluate pricing from subcontractors and suppliers
• Develop accurate project budgets and cost breakdowns
• Track project costs and budgets throughout construction
• Identify budget variances and potential cost issues early
• Work closely with Project Managers to maintain accurate project budgets and forecasts
• Order and coordinate materials for projects
• Obtain and compare material and subcontractor pricing
• Maintain accurate records of estimates, purchase orders, commitments, and project costs
• Assist Project Managers with change orders, pricing, and cost tracking
• Communicate with subcontractors and vendors regarding pricing, availability, and scheduling
• Help ensure materials are ordered accurately and delivered when needed
• Review invoices and purchase orders for accuracy and proper job allocation
• Assist with project closeout and final cost reconciliation
• Maintain organized project documentation
• Perform other estimating and project support duties as needed

Qualifications

• Experience in residential construction estimating, project management, purchasing, or a related field
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods and materials
• Ability to read and understand architectural plans and construction documents
• Strong mathematical and analytical skillsExcellent attention to detail and organization
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, and/or Buildertrend
• Ability to work effectively with project managers, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients
• Construction experience or hands‑on knowledge of the building process is strongly preferred

What We're Looking For

The right candidate will be someone who takes ownership of their work, follows through on commitments, and understands that accurate estimating and purchasing have a direct impact on the success of a project.

You should be comfortable working independently while also being a strong team player. We value people who are organized, proactive, dependable, and take pride in doing things correctly.

Experience with custom residential construction is highly desirable.

What We Offer

• Full‑time employment
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Simple IRA with Company Match
• Paid time off
• Opportunity to work on high‑quality custom homes
• Collaborative and professional work environment
• Opportunity for long‑term growth with an established local builder