Better Builders Estimator

Are you passionate about residential construction estimating and skilled in cost analysis, but also enjoy being a part of a supportive team environment that values collaboration and excellence? Are you a decisive leader who excels at meeting deadlines and driving team success? If this sounds like you, we'd love to connect! 

Imagine a role where your analytical expertise is essential, and your talent for building strong relationships with both your team and clients is equally vital. Your extensive experience will be highly valued, especially your ability to interpret plans, define project scope, and ensure accurate budgeting. Here, you’re more than an employee; you're an integral team member embodying honesty, communication, process, and collaboration.

Who We Are
Better Builders stands tall as a revered and award-winning residential Design/Build company nestled in the vibrant West Seattle neighborhood. We are a close-knit team, who are authentic, supportive, accountable, friendly, results-oriented, talented, and highly skilled.

Our mission is to guide and empower homeowners through life-changing home transformations, always doing what is right, not what is easy. Our vision is to challenge tradition and redefine the design-build process to consistently provide an excellent client experience. We believe in being truthful and transparent, fostering open communication, following structured processes, and working together seamlessly to achieve outstanding results.

If this aligns with what you’re seeking, join our dynamic team and be part of something bigger than yourself, where your skills and dedication will be instrumental in driving our success. Read on to discover how you can become an integral part of Better Builders. Learn more about our company on our website:  https://betterbuilders.com

What you will do:

The Estimator formulates comprehensive cost assessments for residential remodeling and new construction projects, covering labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors. This role requires interpreting schematic plans and drawings, identifying crucial but unstated details for budget inclusion. The Estimator also develops Scopes of Work (SOW) outlining project tasks, responsibilities, and deliverables. Collaborating with designers, project managers, subcontractors, vendors, construction crews, and administrative staff, the Estimator directly engages with clients to foster a collaborative and successful project environment.

Essential Functions

Project Knowledge:

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of each project by reviewing and analyzing project plans and design intent.
• Conduct site visits to analyze job sites for construction access, staging, and sequencing, considering unique site characteristics.

Cost Preparation and Administration:

• Perform take-offs and utilize Sage software to develop construction budgets.
• Analyze plans to identify and include necessary details not explicitly shown.
• Collaborate with Project Developer and Designer to document missing information and incorporate it into the budget.
• Manage and organize written quotes from subcontractors and vendors, following up to ensure timely completion.
• Review and negotiate bids for cost efficiency and compliance with project requirements.
• Coordinate with project teams to finalize budgets and update project documentation.
  
• Develop and maintain tools and processes to optimize project budgeting and success.

Project Development:

• Assist the Sales Manager, Production Manager, and Project Managers as required.
• Schedule subcontractor site visits to acquire quotes.

Project Handoff:

• Provide digital files via BuilderTrend Portal to Production Department and Company Records.
• Review budget and construction methodology with Production and Project Managers.

General:

• Perform additional duties as needed and uphold company procedures.
• Exemplify Better Builders' core values, ethics, and integrity.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree plus 2+ years in residential construction estimating, or 4+ years of Design/Build experience in residential construction estimating.
• Preferred experience in Project Manager, Estimator, or related roles.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong math skills with attention to detail for accurate cost preparation and the ability to calculate area and volume.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting schematic designs, construction documents, and understanding unique site characteristics.
  
• General knowledge of construction, materials, tools, and field production rates.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, prioritize responsibilities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Profit-driven with a focus on cost-cutting and efficiency improvement, capable of managing adversity and challenges.
• Customer service and teamwork oriented.

Compensation 

• Salary $70,000-$90,000
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Flexible Work Schedule

Personal characteristics needed to be successful in this role 

• Strong interpersonal skills: A "people person" who connects well with others.
  
• Proactive and resourceful with an ownership mentality.
  
• Active listener with strong communication and collaboration skills.
  
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision, thoroughness, and accuracy.
  
• Tenacious and adaptable, thriving in fast-paced environments.
• Trustworthy and transparent with high integrity.
• Confident and competent with emotional intelligence and maturity.
• Humble, focused, and consistently maintains ethical principles.

How to Apply

• Submit an updated resume
• Be prepared to provide 3 professional references

We have a formal recruiting process and have a relationship with Zephyr Connects LLC, whom we use for the screening and hiring process. If you are selected for the next steps, you will get instructions from Thalia within 3 days of your submission. Everyone will be contacted.

Better Builders LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Better Builders LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Alternative Titles: Residential Design Build, Remodeling, Residential Construction, Project Manager, Operations Manager, Pre-construction Estimator

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