Residential Construction Estimator

Jake Premier, LLC; West Goshen (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Company Cell Phone

Health Benefits

Job summary

JAKE Premier, LLC, based in West Goshen, PA, is seeking an experienced Residential Construction Estimator to join our team. This role involves analyzing project documents, calculating material quantities, and preparing detailed quotes to ensure successful home renovations and construction.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree, over 5 years of estimating experience, and strong skills in budgeting and communication. The position offers various benefits, including paid holidays and health benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of residential estimating required.
• Experience with new home and residential construction required.
• Exceptional organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze construction documents and project plans.
• Calculate materials needed for new home construction.
• Prepare material and labor quotes.

Skills

Ability to read blueprints

Budgeting skills

Excellent communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Quickbooks

Buildertrend software

Job description

Residential Construction Estimator

Job Overview

JAKE Premier, LLC, is a residential construction management firm, based out of West Chester, PA. We are looking for an experienced Residential Construction Estimator to join our growing team. If you are hard‑working, enjoy taking part in home renovations, and building custom homes, JAKE Premier, LLC is an excellent place to grow your career. Apply today.

Responsibilities for Residential Construction Estimator

• Analyze construction documents, blueprints, and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the project.
• Calculate the quantity of materials needed for new home construction / renovations.
• Prepare material & labor quotes based on current market costs.
• Proactive follow‑up with team members and management to assure completeness of estimate.
• Collaborate, collect, and organize data provided by clients & management to provide detailed & accurate estimates.
• Initiate agreements and negotiations with sub‑contractors that will maximize value, quality, and delivery of products.
• Manage bids from vendors / suppliers.
• Regularly review actual versus estimated materials on completion of projects to assure accuracy.
• Assist with securing applicable project permits.
• Assist the production team with building client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and selections related items.
• Meet with client to review “what to expect” and provide direction on how to best move through the design and finish selection process (along with designer).
• Assist with developing internal and client reports, including project budgeting, cost reports, and project status reports.
• Assist with supplier invoicing process.

Qualifications for Residential Construction Estimator

Basic Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and other technical materials.
• Skilled at budgeting and negotiating.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to track and manage selections for multiple projects.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Functions effectively as part of a team.
• Proficient analytical and math skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of residential estimating required.
• Experience with new home and residential construction required.
• Advanced in Microsoft Excel, Word & Quickbooks.
• Knowledge of Buildertrend software preferred.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday.

License/Certification

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Driver's License (Required).

Additional Benefits

• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Vacation.
• Company Cell Phone.
• Health Benefits.