Residential Estimator

<p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Title:</strong> Residential Remodeling Estimator</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Type:</strong> Full-Time, Remote (LATAM)</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Working Hours:</strong> Mondays - Fridays, 8:00am - 5:00pm EST</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Location:</strong> LATAM (Remote)</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Compensation:</strong> USD $1,700 - $2,300/month</p><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>About the Company:</strong> Our client is a residential remodeling company based in Albany, New York specializing in high-quality kitchen, bathroom, and first-floor addition projects.</p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Job Description:</strong> We are seeking an experienced Residential Remodeling Estimator to join our team as a dedicated, full-time estimator working within our client's existing systems and workflows. The ideal candidate will own the full bid lifecycle — from plan development and quantity takeoff through final bid submission and project coordination. This is a critical role where accuracy and attention to detail directly impact project profitability and client satisfaction. You will be working directly with the owner and designer and will play a key role in the company's ability to pursue and win more work.</p><div style="min-height:1.2em;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0"> </div><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ol style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Develop and refine plan sets in collaboration with the company's designer, progressing from initial concept to detailed construction documents</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Perform detailed quantity takeoffs and pricing from plans and specifications using Buildertrend</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Manage the full bid solicitation and submission process — from coordinating subcontractor pricing to preparing and submitting complete, accurate bids</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Solicit pricing from trade subcontractors (plumbers, electricians, tile installers, etc.) based on specific project scopes and design details</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Support the full project lifecycle from initial high-level estimates through detailed final bids</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Communicate directly with clients, subcontractors, and vendors via phone, video, and email to clarify scope, pricing, and project details</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Track active bid invitations, manage the estimating pipeline, and coordinate with project managers on scope and scheduling</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Complete approximately 200 bids annually to close 50+ residential remodeling projects</p></li></ol><p style="min-height:1.5em"><strong>Requirements:</strong></p><ol style="min-height:1.5em"><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">3 to 5 years of estimating experience in residential remodeling, with demonstrated expertise in kitchen, bathroom, and addition projects for U.S. clients</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Proficiency with Buildertrend or comparable project management and estimating software</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Strong ability to read and interpret architectural plans, specifications, and design details with a high degree of accuracy</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">End-to-end bid process experience — from plan review and takeoff through vendor pricing coordination and formal submission</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Proven experience developing plan sets and coordinating with trade subcontractors on scope and pricing</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Fluent English communication skills (written and verbal) and prior experience working remotely for a U.S.-based contractor is strongly preferred</p></li><li><p style="min-height:1.5em">Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment</p></li></ol>

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