Residential Construction Estimator

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. Apply today.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Monday to Friday.

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Driver's License (Required).

• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Vacation.
• Company Cell Phone.
• Health Benefits.