Construction Estimator

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Purpose: The Estimator is responsible for the entire estimating operations process and will mitigate financial liability for The Cleary Company. They will serve as the liaison between the Development and Production teams and are responsible for creating the budgets on all jobs assigned.

Mission Statement: We transform homes and enrich lives through our fun and seamless Design-Build-Remodel experience - delivering happiness, functionality, and lasting value. This mission guides every aspect of the Estimator's role, ensuring that every task and interaction contributes to enhancing client satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Core Values:

• Collaboration: The Estimator will collaborate early, often, and always with respect. By valuing every perspective and working together with openness and consideration, the Estimator will help create partnerships built on mutual trust and shared success.
• Culture of Care: We care more than anyone else—it's our superpower. The Estimator will embody this value by stepping up, owning their work, and being committed to pushing through challenges with resilience and determination.
• Artisan’s Mindset: The Estimator will hold themselves to the highest standards of integrity, consistency, and quality craftsmanship. When our team is committed, excellence becomes second nature.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Assist in gathering new job information and work with the Development team to determine client needs and possibilities.
• Review initial job photos and notes, identify obstacles early on at site visits, and visit job sites as needed.
• Set up initial estimate ranges based on preliminary designs for initial presentations.
• Update pricing tables and evaluate past projects to create a database of usable cost data.
• Solicit multiple quotes from Trade Partners and Vendors and verify pricing on bids.
• Produce estimates for Design Agreements and Contracts and present them to the Development Teams for approval.
• Keep current with new products, TPs, and Vendors.
• Attend meetings with Development and Production teams to assist in creating the scope of work and provide detailed field notes and job costing.
• Assist with all job documentation and input for bringing on Trade Partners & Vendors.
• Maintain and cultivate relationships with TP, Vendors, and other Industry Professionals.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field a plus, but not required.
• 2-5 Years’ Experience with Budgeting (Job Costing a plus but not required).
• 2-5 Years' Experience in Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc).
• Strong knowledge of residential construction processes, materials, and cost estimation techniques.
• Proficiency in estimating software and tools.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality craftsmanship.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Salary will be based on experience. Benefits include health insurance, dental, vision, AFLAC, retirement, paid time off and more. This is a full-time in-person position.