[Hiring] Construction Estimator / Purchasing Coordinator @MyOutDesk

Role Description

Are you an experienced Construction Estimator with a strong background in residential construction, subcontractor coordination, and material purchasing? Do you have a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage construction budgets, evaluate bids, and ensure materials are delivered on schedule? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

Our client, a growing luxury residential construction company specializing in custom homes, is looking for a Construction Estimator / Purchasing Coordinator to join its team. This role is ideal for a proactive, highly organized professional who can manage estimating and purchasing activities, coordinate with subcontractors and vendors, and work closely with Project Managers to keep construction projects on budget and on schedule.

• Construction Estimating and Budgeting: Review architectural plans and construction documents to prepare accurate, detailed estimates, cost breakdowns, and project budgets.
• Subcontractor and Vendor Coordination: Distribute plans and specifications, solicit competitive bids, review proposals, and compare pricing to support cost-effective project decisions.
• Specifications Management: Develop, maintain, and update construction specifications based on client meetings, design selections, and project requirements.
• Purchasing and Procurement: Coordinate material purchasing, confirm pricing and availability, monitor lead times, and ensure timely delivery to prevent construction delays.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with Project Managers to anticipate upcoming material requirements, subcontractor schedules, and procurement needs.
• Change Order Management: Prepare, price, document, and track client change orders throughout the construction process.
• Cost and Records Management: Maintain accurate project budgets, vendor pricing, estimates, bid comparisons, purchasing records, and related documentation.
• Cost Optimization: Identify opportunities for cost savings and purchasing efficiencies while maintaining the quality and standards expected in luxury residential construction.
• Deadline Management: Monitor estimating and purchasing timelines, follow up with vendors and subcontractors, and proactively address potential delays.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in residential construction estimating, preferably involving custom-built or luxury homes.
• Strong understanding of architectural plans, construction specifications, building materials, and residential construction processes.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating subcontractor bids, vendor quotations, material purchasing, and project budgets.
• Proficiency in construction estimating tools, project management platforms, and related software.
• Experience with JobTread is preferred but not required.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate cost estimates, project specifications, and purchasing records.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing deadlines, and work proactively with project stakeholders.
• A solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to identify cost discrepancies, anticipate procurement challenges, and recommend practical solutions.

Benefits

• $400 Placement Bonus after successfully completing your first 30 days with your first MOD client.
• Independent Contractor Referral Program – Earn up to $330 for every successful referral.
• MOD Cash Advance Program available after 6 months of active service with MOD client/s.
• Comprehensive HMO Coverage for you and 1 dependent, starting after 6 months of active service with MOD client/s.
• Dental Benefits through Maxicare Dental Hub.
• Optical Reimbursement for HMO principal members.
• Group Life Insurance with Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage.
• Maternity Reimbursement for both normal and Caesarean delivery.
• 6 Paid US Holidays.
• 7 Additional Vacation Leave Credits after 10 months of active service with the current MOD client.
• 7 Additional Sick Leave Credits after 1 year of active service with the current MOD client/s.
• Unlimited learning Opportunities through MODUniversity.
• Diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace environment.