Jr. Estimator - Modular Construction

Job Description Job Description Salary: $82,000 - $92,000 Based on experience COMPANY DESCRIPTION Impact Housing (IH) is a vertically integrated modular design-builder and developer headquartered in Southern California. Our mission is to continuously evolve the worlds most sophisticated and efficient housing delivery system. We pursue this mission by reimagining every element of how multifamily projects are designed, manufactured, and builtdriving down costs, shortening schedules, and expanding access to high-quality housing for the people who need it most, whether through LIHTC or unsubsidized projects. To date this decade, the IH team has built or is actively developing close to 1,500 modular units demonstrating a scalable, repeatable path to affordability. With the capability to produce approximately 1,000 units per year today, IH is expanding to meet growing demand in San Diego, Los Angeles, and beyond. We are now entering the next stage of our growth and strengthening every team across the company to achieve our next set of goals. We plan to manufacture and build more than 10,000 units through 2030. To accomplish this, we are implementing the Lean Standard Model company-wide; deploying AI at every level of the company; and positioning IH as a national thought leader in modular development. The foundation for our success is firmly in place. Join us as we scale our operations, transition into a higher-capacity manufacturing facility powered by smart automation and robotics, expand our production capacity by more than 3x in the Western U.S., and prepare for future national growth. POSITION SUMMARY The Junior Estimator supports the pre-construction and estimating team by assisting with quantity takeoffs, bid preparation, pricing analysis, subcontractor/vendor coordination, and project cost tracking for modular construction projects. This role is ideal for an early-career professional looking to develop estimating and construction management skills within a fast-paced modular construction environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in preparing conceptual, schematic, design development, and GMP estimates for modular construction projects Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings, specifications, and BIM models Support pricing of labor, materials, equipment, subcontractors, logistics, and manufacturing components Solicit and track subcontractor and supplier bids Assist with bid leveling and scope comparisons Maintain estimating databases, historical cost data, and unit pricing Coordinate with design, manufacturing, procurement, and construction teams during pre-construction Help prepare bid packages, proposals, and value engineering options Review plans and specifications for completeness and identify scope gaps Assist in updating budgets throughout project development Participate in project handoff meetings to operations and project management teams Support schedule reviews related to manufacturing and field installation sequencing Maintain organized project documentation and estimating files QUALIFICATIONS Experience 03 years of estimating, project engineering, or construction experience Internship experience in construction or manufacturing preferred Exposure to modular, multifamily, hospitality, or commercial construction is a plus Required Skills Basic understanding of construction drawings and specifications Strong math and analytical skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment Strong communication and organizational skills Detail-oriented with a willingness to learn Preferred Knowledge Modular construction processes Off-site manufacturing methods Quantity takeoffs and conceptual estimating Construction scheduling basics Value engineering concepts Technical Knowledge & Software Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite Familiarity with estimating software preferred (Sage Estimating, Bluebeam, Procore, OST, PlanSwift, etc.) EDUCATION Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field. Equivalent field experience may be considered WORK AUTHORIZATION All prospective Impact Housing employees need to demonstrate eligibility to work in the U.S. COMPENSATION $82,000 to $92,000 - Based on experience Health benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HSA Vacation Sick time Holiday pay Ownership of company equity 401K Retirement Plan PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods Occasional visits to manufacturing facilities and construction sites Ability to review large drawing sets and construction documents NOTE This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Impact Housing is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, complies with ADA regulations and does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, medical condition, pregnancy, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. For more information about Impact Housing, visit .