Senior Estimator: High-End Residential Remodeling

Model Remodel; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA options

Company paid life insurance

Employee assistance program

PTO 12 days per year

8 paid holidays

Employer match retirement plan

Open-door leadership

Mileage reimbursement

Uniforms

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

Model Remodel, a Seattle-based general contractor specializing in high-quality residential remodeling, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. This role collaborates with designers, sales, and production to shape projects from concept through construction.

You’ll be detail-driven and organized, delivering accurate estimates at multiple stages and supporting value engineering to optimize cost and client satisfaction. This in-office role requires strong communication across teams.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience estimating residential remodeling projects.
• Experience with high-end or custom home renovations preferred.
• Proficiency interpreting architectural drawings, specifications, and site conditions.
• Experience with quantity takeoffs and evaluating subcontractor and vendor proposals.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft 365 Suite.
• Experience with construction project management software such as Construction Online, Buildertrend, Procore, or similar.
• Ability to support value engineering and communicate cost impacts clearly.
• Highly organized with strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines.
• Collaborative communicator with Sales Representatives, designers, and production teams.
• Commitment to professionalism, accuracy, and continuous improvement of estimating practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with designers, sales, and production to shape projects from concept through construction.
• Prepare accurate estimates at multiple stages, from conceptual pricing through detailed budgets.
• Review and interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and site conditions.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and evaluate subcontractor and vendor proposals for scope and accuracy.
• Support value engineering and clearly communicate cost impacts of design or scope changes.
• Maintain organization and meet multiple deadlines across estimates.
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure client satisfaction.

Job description

Model Remodel, a Seattle-based general contractor specializing in high-quality residential remodeling, is seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. This role collaborates with designers, sales, and production to shape projects from concept through construction.

You’ll be detail-driven and organized, delivering accurate estimates at multiple stages and supporting value engineering to optimize cost and client satisfaction. This in-office role requires strong communication across teams.