Senior Estimator

The Agency Recruiting; Forest Hill (MD); On-site; USD 95,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range: $95,000 – $108,000

Quarterly bonus program up to $12K/year

Health insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and personal days

Ongoing professional development support

Job summary

A residential remodeling firm is seeking an experienced Senior Estimator to prepare detailed and accurate estimates supporting the sales and production teams. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of estimating experience, ideally in residential remodeling. Responsibilities include preparing estimates, updating pricing databases, and collaborating with design and sales teams. This role offers a competitive salary, quarterly bonuses, and health insurance benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of estimating experience in residential remodeling.
• Familiarity with construction management software, specifically Buildertrend.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates using construction management software.
• Update pricing databases with supplier information.
• Review estimates for accuracy with subcontractors and vendors.
• Identify potential risks or missing scopes early.
• Support purchasing for approved projects.
• Maintain organized records for estimates.

Skills

Estimating experience in residential remodeling

Familiarity with Buildertrend or similar tools

Knowledge of construction methods, codes, and materials

Ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings

Excellent organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Willingness to collaborate across departments

Comfortable performing site checks

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Estimator with a strong background in residential remodeling. This position plays a key role in preparing precise, timely, and purchase-ready estimates that directly support both sales and production teams. You’ll be working closely with designers, project managers, and trade partners to ensure estimates are accurate, cost-effective, and aligned with company goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare detailed estimates using construction management software, ensuring all allowances, labor, and material costs are captured.
• Keep pricing databases up to date with the latest supplier and trade partner information.
• Partner with sales and design teams to confirm scope and avoid budget gaps.
• Review estimates with subcontractors and vendors for accuracy before submission.
• Identify potential risks or missing scope early in the process.
• Support purchasing by ordering specialty items for approved projects.
• Maintain organized records and ensure estimates meet margin targets.

What We’re Looking For:

• 5+ years of estimating experience in residential remodeling.
• Familiarity with Buildertrend or similar estimating tools.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, codes, and materials.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to collaborate across departments.
• Comfortable performing occasional site checks, including attics and crawl spaces.

Compensation & Perks:

• Salary range: $95,000 – $108,000 (based on experience & performance level).
• Quarterly bonus program (up to $12K/year).
• Health insurance (with employee contribution for family coverage).
• Retirement plan with company match (after one year).
• Paid time off, holidays, and personal days.
• Ongoing professional development support.

Core Culture Values:

• Estimates are created with the same care as purchasing documents.
• Mistakes are owned, fixed quickly, and turned into better processes.
• Strive for excellence and continual improvement in every task.
• Teamwork and accountability are essential—always hand off work well-prepared.
• Plan and document at the highest level of detail.
• Pride is found in doing the job right the first time.