Residential Estimator

About the Company The company specializes in ground-up residential construction, coastal/windstorm‑compliant builds, and disaster recovery restoration projects in high‑demand markets. About the Role They are hiring an experienced Residential Estimator to take full ownership of in‑house estimating operations. Estimating is now being done by an outsourced 3rd party, and the company feels they can better serve their clients by investing in an in‑house Estimator to perform accurate bids and take‑offs. This is an opportunity for a seasoned estimator who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, understands Gulf Coast construction standards, and wants to play a major role in building scalable estimating processes from the ground up. Responsibilities Prepare and manage 60–80 residential construction estimates per month Perform highly accurate material takeoffs directly from residential blueprints Analyze plans from multiple architects and engineers with speed and precision Estimate primarily ground‑up single‑family residential projects Support occasional multifamily, remodeling, and disaster recovery projects Collaborate closely with purchasing and project management teams to align material orders with takeoffs Help optimize and improve internal estimating workflows and systems Work within takeoff software to create consistent, scalable estimating processes Ensure compliance with coastal and windstorm construction requirements across TX, FL, AL, and NC Maintain detailed bid documentation and organized project records Contribute operational insight that improves cost control and field execution Qualifications 5+ years of residential construction estimating experience Strong experience estimating windstorm‑rated and coastal residential projects Proficiency with takeoff software strongly preferred Experience with other takeoff software may be considered Ability to perform highly accurate takeoffs with minimal oversight Strong understanding of Gulf Coast building requirements and coastal construction standards Experience estimating ground‑up single‑family residential projects Able to manage high bid volume in a fast‑paced environment Field construction experience transitioning into estimating is highly valued Xactimate experience is a plus but not required No degree required — practical experience and proven performance matter most Required Skills Strong experience estimating windstorm‑rated and coastal residential projects Proficiency with takeoff software strongly preferred Ability to perform highly accurate takeoffs with minimal oversight Strong understanding of Gulf Coast building requirements and coastal construction standards Preferred Skills Xactimate experience is a plus but not required Field construction experience transitioning into estimating is highly valued Pay range and compensation package Competitive base salary: $95K–$130K DOE Performance‑based bonus opportunities Overtime potential available Full‑time permanent position Stable long‑term opportunity with strong project pipeline Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company contribution Paid time off + paid holidays Exposure to large‑scale Gulf Coast residential and disaster recovery projects Equal Opportunity Statement This is an onsite role based in the Greater Houston area. Relocation assistance is not currently available. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This is not a remote opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr TGG Accounting