Residential Construction Estimator

Job Description

Legacy Builders Group | Cincinnati, OH

Legacy Builders Group is looking for an experienced Estimator to join our team! This is an opportunity for a construction estimating professional who enjoys combining technical expertise, problem-solving, and collaboration to help bring custom residential remodeling projects to life.

About Legacy Builders Group

Legacy Builders Group is an award-winning, Cincinnati-based design-build remodeling company specializing in custom kitchens, bathrooms, additions, whole-home renovations, and other residential remodeling projects.

Our team is committed to delivering exceptional craftsmanship and a client-focused remodeling experience. Through our collaborative design-build approach, we help homeowners transform their spaces while maintaining clear communication, realistic budgets, and high standards of quality.

What You'll Do

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• Develop accurate conceptual estimates, preliminary budgets, and quick-turn pricing for custom residential remodeling projects.
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• Collaborate with Sales and Design teams to evaluate project scope, design options, client preferences, and budget expectations.
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• Support project proposals, design specifications, and design-build agreements throughout the sales and design process.
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• Recruit, develop, and maintain relationships with subcontractors, trade partners, and vendors to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and reliable project resources.
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• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotes, negotiate pricing, and stay informed on changing material and labor costs.
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• Create and maintain estimating templates and historical cost data to improve consistency and efficiency.
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• Analyze estimated versus actual project costs to identify trends, improve pricing accuracy, and recommend adjustments.
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• Identify opportunities to streamline estimating workflows and implement process improvements across departments.
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• Work closely with the Project Estimator, Production, and other team members to ensure accurate project information and successful transitions.
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What We're Looking For

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• Strong experience in residential construction estimating, preferably within custom remodeling, renovations, or design-build construction.
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• Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, labor costs, subcontractor pricing, and project budgeting.
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• Ability to develop conceptual estimates from preliminary plans, design information, and evolving project scopes.
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• Experience working with subcontractors and vendors, including obtaining quotes, evaluating pricing, and building relationships.
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• Strong analytical skills with the ability to review job costs, identify variances, and improve estimating accuracy.
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• Proficiency with estimating software, project management systems, and spreadsheets.
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• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
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• Ability to manage multiple estimates and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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Why Join Legacy Builders Group?

At Legacy Builders Group, you'll be part of an experienced team that takes pride in doing things the right way. We value integrity, teamwork, client relationships, and delivering quality work.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as we expand our estimating capabilities. You'll have the ability to contribute your expertise, strengthen trade partnerships, improve processes, and help shape how our estimating department operates moving forward.