Construction Estimator
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Construction Estimator
We are expanding and seeking a strong Construction Estimator with land development experience who understands horizontal and vertical construction costs.
This is not an entry-level role. We need someone who can own budgets, protect margins, and bring discipline to pricing.
What You'll Own
- Prepare full-cycle estimates for home construction
- Develop and manage budgets for land development, sitework, grading, utilities, and infrastructure
- Perform detailed material takeoffs from architectural and civil plans
- Solicit and level subcontractor bids (vertical + horizontal trades)
- Maintain cost databases and historical pricing
- Analyze cost variances and protect gross margins
- Collaborate with Purchasing, Project Managers, and Field Superintendents
- Identify value engineering opportunities without sacrificing quality
Experience Required
- 5+ years in residential construction estimating
- Experience with residential home building or production home builders
- Experience estimating land development / sitework / grading / utilities
- Strong knowledge of the Columbia, SC subcontractor market
- Proficiency in Excel and estimating software (MarkSystems)
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing and cost control
Preferred Background
Experience with:
- Production builders
- Regional residential GCs
- Site development contractors
- Home builders managing subdivision development
Why Us?
- Growing builder with strong pipeline
- Opportunity to shape estimating systems and cost controls
- Leadership focused on accountability and performance
- Competitive compensation + bonus potential
- Long-term growth path into Purchasing or Preconstruction leadership
Compensation & Benefits
- Retirement planning with a 401(k) + company match—we invest in your future
- Medical coverage so you can focus on work, not healthcare stress
- Dental & vision insurance to keep you feeling and performing your best
- Life insurance to protect what matters most
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