Residential Construction Estimator

Job Description

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.