Residential Estimator

The Contractor Consultants

Maryland

On-site

USD 75,000 - 90,000

Full time

12 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

IRA contributions
Paid time off
Uniforms supplied
Team events
Training funding
Bluebeam license coverage

Job summary

Gate One Builders is seeking a Residential Estimator to deliver precise pricing for our Annapolis-area projects. You will analyze designs, specs, and scope to calculate material and labor costs and produce accurate preliminary and final estimates.

Join a family-oriented team with year-round work, ongoing training, and access to estimating tools like Bluebeam. You will collaborate with design and field teams to ensure clear project scope communication with clients.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of construction/estimating experience.
  • Proven ability to learn and adopt estimating software quickly.
  • Demonstrated collaboration and client communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

  • Produce preliminary and final cost estimates for residential projects.
  • Analyze designs, specs, and scope to calculate material and labor costs.
  • Master and implement estimating software to optimize workflows.
  • Collaborate daily with design and field teams to ensure realistic budgets.
  • Communicate project scope clearly to clients to build trust.
  • Track market pricing trends for residential materials to stay competitive.

Skills

Estimating experience
Software adoption
Collaboration
Client communication

Tools

Bluebeam
Estimating software

Job description

Residential Estimator – Deliver Precision Residential Project Pricing for Gate One Builders
Job Overview
  • Company: Gate One Builders
  • Salary/Pay Rate: $75,000 - $90,000 per year (based on experience)
  • Location: Annapolis, MD
  • Job/Employment Type: Full Time
  • Project Scope: Residential Construction
  • Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver's License
The Opportunity

You will drive accuracy and financial success for our high-quality residential construction projects across Annapolis. As a core member of our Design & Technical team, your estimates will form the groundwork for seamless project execution and strong client trust. Joining our tight-knit team guarantees steady, year-round work within a supportive, family-oriented company environment.

How You Will Make An Impact
  • Produce precise preliminary and final cost estimates for residential construction projects.
  • Analyze project designs, specifications, and scope requirements to calculate exact material and labor costs.
  • Master and implement new estimating software rapidly to optimize departmental workflows.
  • Collaborate daily with internal design and field teams to ensure realistic project budgets.
  • Build respectful, trusting relations with clients through clear project scope communication.
  • Track market pricing trends for residential materials to maintain competitive project bids.
Required Qualifications & Experience
  • Minimum 5 years of construction/estimating experience in construction.
  • Proven ability to quickly learn and adopt new specialized software programs.
  • Demonstrated track record of professional collaboration and respectful client communication.
  • Valid Driver's License.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
  • Prior estimating experience specifically within the residential general construction trade.
  • Familiarity with local Annapolis residential building codes and vendor networks.
Compensation & Benefits
  • Reliable bi-weekly pay cycle.
  • IRA Contributions
  • Consistent, year-round work with reliable schedule hours.
  • Paid Time Off including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
  • Company-provided uniforms.
  • Team building perks including company events, annual trips, and team outings.
  • Additional training, growth, and certification funding
  • Subscription/License coverage for Bluebeam or similar program
About Us

Gate One Builders is a premier residential general construction company based in Annapolis, MD. We pride ourselves on maintaining a supportive, family-feel environment while offering fair compensation and year-round job stability for our team.

Gate One Builders is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

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