Construction Administrator Estimating Assistant

Hillside Builders, LLC is a small carpentry & general contracting company in the Woodstock, VT area. We are a value-led organization with a reputation for professionalism, integrity and high quality of work for high-end residential projects.

We are hiring a Construction Administrator & Job Estimating Assistant to join our growing team.

A Construction Administrator & Job Estimating Assistant will be responsible for supporting administrative and operational tasks related to the financial estimates and project management of high-end residential projects.

• Preparing cost calculations to determine the financial requirements of completing a project from renovations to technically complex projects
• Manage and organize estimate documents and project drawings
• Solicit and track subcontractor and supplier pricing quotes
• Review drawings and perform measurements and quantity takeoffs
• Prepare RFIs (Requests for Information) and communicate with the design team
• Coordinate and schedule with subcontractors, architects, and internal teams through meetings, formal correspondence, and phone calls
• Support with change order pricing, subcontractor selection, and special projects as needed
• Assist Project Manager with any tasks related to project coordination, managing deadlines, scheduling, and communications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Construction Management or related technical field
• Effective communication skills with phone calls, emails, and in-person meetings
• Solid understanding of construction sequences and trade scopes
• Strong project management, organizational and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Proficient in Microsoft products, especially Excel and Word, and PDF
• Knowledge of carpentry, jobsites or construction
• Familiarity with building codes, laws and regulations is helpful

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

• This is a full-time hybrid position, partially on jobsites and partially in the office
• Competitive wages starting at $30/hr+, depending on skills, experience & education
• Must pass a background check

All inquiries are confidential.