Estimator

About the Company

The company is a highly respected owner/builder with over 20 years of experience in real estate, development, and construction along the beautiful Florida Gulf Coast.. Specializing in large, glamorous custom homes, they are renowned for delivering luxury homes that define sophistication and excellence.

About the Position

Beautiful Panhandle of Florida - The company is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Estimator to support the growth of the custom home division. In this role, you will work closely with the Preconstruction team and VP to estimate costs for high-end, custom homes ranging from 3,000 to 6,000 square feet, with values between $5M to $12M each. You will be responsible for bid solicitation, creating bid packages, defining scopes of work, and utilizing Excel spreadsheets and potentially other builder software to create precise and competitive estimates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Solicit and review bids from subcontractors and suppliers for custom home projects.
• Create and maintain detailed bid packages and scopes of work.
• Provide accurate cost estimates for projects, ensuring alignment with the project budget.
• Manage and analyze large project pipelines with multiple projects over the coming years.
• Work closely with the Preconstruction team and VP to ensure projects are estimated correctly and effectively.
• Utilize Excel spreadsheets and other construction management software to streamline the estimation process.
• Stay up-to-date on market trends and pricing to maintain competitive advantage in bidding.

Requirements

• Experience: 5 years minimum up to retired in estimating for high-end residential construction, specifically custom homes.
• Skills: Proficient in using Excel and construction management software (Buildertrend, Procore, or similar software is a plus).
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of custom home construction processes, including materials, labor, and costs.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to manage large quantities of data and provide accurate, thorough estimates.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with the Preconstruction team, VP, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Salary: $120,000 to $135,000 base, with bonus opportunities.
• Relocation Assistance: Assistance provided to help you relocate to the beautiful Florida Gulf Coast area.
• Benefits: Comprehensive health benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision.
• Retirement: 401(k) with company match.
• Vacation: Paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to work on prestigious, high-end custom home projects with a long-term pipeline of work.