Position: Senior Construction Estimator
Level: Senior (7-10+ years)
Location: Remote
Schedule: Full-time | US Eastern Time (Charlotte, NC)
ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Estimator will manage the complete pre-construction estimating process, including:
Review architectural and structural drawings for residential and commercial masonry projects.
Perform detailed quantity takeoffs using ZiZi Takeoff or comparable software (PlanSwift, On-Screen Takeoff, etc.).
Export takeoff quantities into Excel and prepare detailed cost estimates.
Build comprehensive pricing models covering materials, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs.
Contact suppliers to obtain material pricing, availability, and lead times.
Coordinate with approximately five subcontracted masonry crews regarding labor pricing and scheduling.
Include equipment and logistical costs (such as scaffolding rentals) when preparing bids.
Upload, organize, and manage estimates through BuilderTrend.
Prepare professional proposals and submit quotations to clients.
Communicate confidently with homeowners, contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors regarding estimates when necessary.
Experience
7-10+ years of estimating experience for US construction projects
Strong background in masonry, stone, concrete, brick, or other exterior finish estimating
Civil Engineering degree preferred, or equivalent construction estimating experience
Technical Skills
Expert in reading US architectural and structural blueprints
Advanced Excel skills
Experience with takeoff software (ZiZi Takeoff, PlanSwift, OST, or similar)
Experience using BuilderTrend or comparable construction management software
Soft Skills
Excellent written and verbal English communication
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Self-managed and able to work independently in a remote environment
Professional and comfortable communicating with luxury residential clients
Strong relationship-building skills with vendors and subcontractors
The ideal candidate will have:
Extensive experience estimating luxury residential masonry projects
Proven success independently managing estimating workflows for US contractors
High attention to detail with consistently accurate takeoffs and pricing
Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and reliability
Experience estimating natural stone, brick, concrete, veneers, or custom exterior finishes
The President values people who are:
Straightforward and honest
Reliable and accountable
Efficient without overcomplicating processes
Comfortable working independently
Able to integrate into a simple, practical estimating workflow
The team prefers intuitive systems and values estimators who focus on producing accurate work rather than creating unnecessary complexity.
Non-Negotiables7-10+ years of US construction estimating experience
Experience reading US architectural and structural plans
Strong experience performing quantity takeoffs
Advanced Excel proficiency
Fluent spoken and written English
Ability to work full-time during US Eastern Time hours
Highly trustworthy and able to work independently in a fully remote environment
Experience estimating masonry, stone, brick, concrete, or similar construction trades is strongly preferred
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