Estimator / Takeoff Specialist – Residential ConstructionPlatte City, MO$65k- $75k/ year%BUTTON_APPLY%
Job Description
Estimator / Takeoff Specialist – Residential Construction
About the Role
On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Residential Construction Estimator / Takeoff Specialist with hands-on homebuilding experience to support a high-volume residential builder.
This role is less about traditional estimating and more about accurately performing material takeoffs, validating costs, and ensuring each home is built on a solid financial foundation before construction begins.
The ideal candidate has a background in residential construction (superintendent, framer, or project manager) and understands how to translate plans into real-world material and labor requirements.
What You’ll Do
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs from plans (concrete, lumber, drywall, roofing, etc.)
• Build and maintain accurate budgets using Excel-based estimating tools
• Validate subcontractor bids by cross-checking quantities and pricing
• Maintain pricing across ~10 core spec home plans with 40+ upgrade options each
• Update budgets and plan variations as material and labor costs change
• Support a building operation delivering 35–40 homes per year
• Identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and consistency across builds
What We’re Looking For
• Background in residential construction (superintendent, framer, project manager, or similar)
• Strong understanding of how homes are built (foundations, framing, roofing, etc.)
• Experience performing or supporting material takeoffs
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and drawings
• Strong Excel skills (existing templates/tools are in place)
• Detail-oriented and comfortable working independently
What This Role Is NOT
• Not a purely administrative estimating role
• Not focused on commercial construction
• Not dependent on just collecting subcontractor bids
Compensation & Benefits
• Salary: $65,000 – $75,000
• 401(k)
• Subsidized health insurance
Why This Role
This is an opportunity to step into a high-impact role where your construction knowledge directly influences project profitability, efficiency, and execution.