Schaefer Homes, LLC. Junior Estimator (Residential Construction)

(Must be able to report to the office which is located in Annapolis, MD)

Schafer Homes is more than just a construction company; we're a dream factory for families looking for their perfect home! Located in Maryland, we're a fast-growing, highly reputable small production builder. Our commitment to quality and customer experience sets us apart, and now we're looking for a dynamic Junior Estimator (Residential Construction) to add to our powerhouse team. If you want to make a lasting impact in a company that values innovation and dedication, your future begins here!

Learn more about us at: https://schaeferbuilthomes.com/

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and construction capital cost estimates based on the latest data available, as appropriate to the current phase of the project.
• Assist with production operating cost estimates based on the latest data available, as appropriate to the current phase of the project.
• Assist with the development and construction schedules based on the latest data available, as appropriate to the current phase of the project.
• Assist Project Managers and project team in developing work breakdown structures
• Assist Project Managers in decisions on development and/or construction approaches or
• methods based on information available.
• Prepare project phase expenditure schedules.
• Participate in project economic evaluations.
• Assist in other areas required to deliver a quality product on schedule and on budget.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Construction Sciences, OR min. 1 year estimating experience
• Basic ability to read architectural and civil plans in regards to navigating between layouts
• and elevations, comprehending scope, interpreting required materials and quantities, and
• scaling for distances and measurements.
• Ability to discern use of area and volume formulas, scale factors and ratios, taxes, percent
• changes and unit conversion rates.
• An Understanding of MS Word and Excel to build and/or edit spreadsheets using formulas
• and prepare proposals and change orders.
• Expected to multi-task active project requests and meet strict deadlines for upcoming bid dates. Expected to request, manage and secure bid pricing from sub-contractors, suppliers and vendors.
• Expected to communicate with field team members the nuances of plan information and estimated values within a project scope.
• Expected to compile a complete labor, materials and sub-contract estimate necessary on a new project.

Compensation:

• Full-time position.
• Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year, commensurate with experience