Senior Estimator - Residential Preconstruction (Relocation)

Ashton North LLC; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton North LLC in Columbus, OH is seeking a Senior Estimator – Residential to lead comprehensive preconstruction estimates for large-scale multi-family, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects. You will manage the estimating lifecycle and present cost data directly to clients.

Responsibilities include end-to-end estimating, bidding and scoping, detailed takeoffs, value engineering, and preconstruction planning.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of estimating experience in large multi-family residential projects.
• Experience with HUD and OFHA estimating guidelines is required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills to engage subs and clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end estimates for large residential projects and review peers' estimates.
• Set up subcontractor bid lists, call subs, and analyze bids and scopes.
• Perform detailed takeoffs with current market pricing and unit costs.
• Develop value engineering ideas with associated costs.
• Draft preconstruction plans, schedules, and staffing/General Conditions needs.
• Prepare cost presentations and build relationships with owners, architects, and contractors.

Skills

Estimating experience 4-7 years

HUD & OFHA guidelines

Communication skills

Client & subcontractor relations

Tools

On-Screen Takeoffs

Job description

Ashton North LLC in Columbus, OH is seeking a Senior Estimator – Residential to lead comprehensive preconstruction estimates for large-scale multi-family, HUD, OFHA, and senior housing projects. You will manage the estimating lifecycle and present cost data directly to clients.

Responsibilities include end-to-end estimating, bidding and scoping, detailed takeoffs, value engineering, and preconstruction planning.