Estimator, Construction, Building & Residential Construction

Job Description

Estimator - Residential Home Builder

Location: Office-based with limited field exposure encouraged
Experience Level: 5-7+ years

About the Role

We are a growing residential home builder seeking an experienced Estimator to join our team. This role is ideal for someone currently working as a Project Manager or Assistant PM who wants to transition into estimating, or for an established estimator with strong residential experience. Office-based with opportunities to visit job sites as needed to stay connected to the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates for custom and semi-custom residential homes
• Manage the full estimating process for each home, including takeoffs, pricing, and final budgets
• Solicit, review, and level subcontractor bids
• Manage selections and pricing in coordination with ownership and the Interior Designer
• Maintain and update cost data, budgets, and historical pricing
• Review construction plans, identify gaps, and redline plans as needed
• Utilize Builder Trend to manage estimates, bids, and selections
• Work closely with operations and project management to ensure smooth handoffs

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience in residential construction (Estimator, PM, or Assistant PM)
• Strong understanding of residential construction methods and sequencing
• Ability to read, interpret, and redline construction drawings
• Proficiency with Builder Trend, Bluebeam, Outlook, and Excel
• Experience working with interior designers and managing finishes/selections
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills
• Field experience is a plus and encouraged, though not a daily requirement

Why This Role

• Clear growth path for PMs looking to move into estimating
• Collaborative environment working directly with design and construction teams
• Primarily office-based with balanced field exposure
• Stable, long-term opportunity with a respected residential builder

Please send your resume to OR call

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.