Residential Construction Estimator
Job Overview
JAKE Premier, LLC, is a residential construction management firm, based out of West Chester, PA. We are looking for an experienced Residential Construction Estimator to join our growing team. If you are hard-working, enjoy taking part in home renovations, and building custom homes, JAKE Premier, LLC is an excellent place to grow your career.
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Responsibilities for Residential Construction Estimator
- Analyze construction documents, blueprints, and project plans to gain a thorough understanding of the project
- Calculate the quantity of materials needed for new home construction / renovations
- Prepare material & labor quotes based on current market costs
- Proactive follow-up with team members and management to assure completeness of estimate
- Collaborate, collect, and organize data provided by clients & management to provide detailed & accurate estimates.
- Initiate agreements and negotiations with sub-contractors that will maximize value, quality, and delivery of products
- Manage bids from vendors / suppliers
- Regularly review actual versus estimated materials on completion of projects to assure accuracy.
- Assist with securing applicable project permits.
- Assist the production team with building client relationships while interfacing with the client for proposal and selections related items.
- Meet with client to review “what to expect” and provide direction on how to best move through the design and finish selection process (along with designer)
- Assist with developing internal and client reports, including project budgeting, cost reports, and project status reports.
- Assist with supplier invoicing process.
Qualifications for Residential Construction Estimator
Basic Qualifications
- Ability to read blueprints and other technical materials
- Skilled at budgeting and negotiating
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Exceptional time management and organizational skills
- Ability to track and manage selections for multiple projects
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Functions effectively as part of a team
- Proficient analytical and math skills
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of residential estimating required
- Experience with new home and residential construction required
- Advanced in Microsoft Excel, Word & Quickbooks
- Knowledge of Buildertrend software preferred
Schedule
License/Certification
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Driver's License (Required)
Additional Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Company Cell Phone
- Health Benefits