Estimator, Construction, Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Join an established luxury home builder as an Estimator with a competitive salary and full suite of benefits.

Salary: $130,000 - $170,000 per year

Numbers tell a story before a single shovel hits the ground — and we’re looking for the person who can tell it with precision. Our client is a standout name in high-end residential construction, the kind of builder whose finished projects are photographed, talked about, and remembered. They pair meticulous craftsmanship with a modern, tech-forward process and have built a team culture that attracts long-term team members.

• Competitive salary
• 3 weeks of vacation right out of the gate + paid holidays + sick time
• Gas card & Fas Trak
• Company-issued cell phone or reimbursement
• Computer/laptop set up for work
• Medical — 100% paid for employee-only coverage
• Dental & Vision — voluntary (group rate paid by employee)
• Life Insurance — $25K ($50K AD&D), fully employer-paid
• Voluntary Life Insurance — buy-up option for employees
• 401(k)
• FSA

What You’ll Own:

• Turn drawings, specs, and big ideas into accurate, airtight cost estimates — from early conceptual budgets to final hard bids.
• Run detailed quantity takeoffs and build out clean cost breakdowns across labor, materials, equipment, and subcontracted scopes.
• Analyze architectural and structural documents to map scope, surface cost drivers, and catch what others miss.
• Gather, level, and pressure-test subcontractor and supplier bids to ensure nothing slips through the cracks.
• Collaborate with preconstruction, project management, and field teams to keep estimates aligned with real-world goals, schedules, and client expectations.
• Identify value-engineering opportunities and flag risks early to prevent surprises.
• Improve cost data, historical pricing, and unit costs so every estimate becomes tighter.
• Help shape proposals and present numbers in a clear, confident, and credible way.

What You Bring:

• Real estimating experience in residential construction — bonus points for high-end, custom, or luxury work.
• Strong ability to read architectural and structural drawings, specs, and scopes of work.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, materials, and current costs.
• Experience with estimating and takeoff software, plus standard spreadsheet and project tools.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to juggle multiple bids and deadlines without compromising quality.
• Collaborative, proactive, client-first mindset that thrives on a tight, quality-focused team.