Estimator (Residential Construction)

Job Title:
 Senior Estimator & Procurement Manager

Location:
 Seattle, WA or Portland, OR (Preference for Seattle)

Work Model:
 Primarily Remote (with periodic site visits, in-person meetings, and team events)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced 
Estimator and Procurement professional
 with deep expertise in 
residential construction
, including 
single-family and multifamily projects
. This role is critical to our preconstruction and delivery success and will lead estimating, feasibility analysis, and contract buyouts across a growing residential portfolio.

The ideal candidate brings 
10+ years of hands-on experience
, a strong understanding of construction costs and procurement strategies, and a genuine interest in leveraging 
technology and data-driven tools
 to improve accuracy, speed, and efficiency in estimating processes.

Key Responsibilities
Estimating & Feasibility

• Prepare detailed 
  residential cost estimates
   for single-family and multifamily projects
• Perform 
  feasibility and conceptual estimating
   during early project phases
• Develop budgets, cost models, and value-engineering options
• Maintain historical cost data to improve estimating accuracy

Procurement & Buyout

• Lead 
  subcontractor and vendor buyouts
• Prepare bid packages, evaluate proposals, and negotiate contracts
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with trade partners and suppliers
• Ensure scope clarity, cost alignment, and risk mitigation during procurement

Technology & Process Optimization

• Utilize and improve estimating software, cost databases, and digital workflows
• Identify opportunities to 
  streamline estimating and procurement processes
   using technology
• Support implementation of tools that improve speed, accuracy, and collaboration

Collaboration & Field Integration

• Work closely with development, design, and construction teams
• Participate in site visits, in-person meetings, and team functions as required
• Support project transitions from preconstruction to execution

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years
   of experience in residential estimating and procurement
• Strong background in 
  single-family and multifamily construction
• Proven experience with feasibility estimating and contract buyouts
• Advanced understanding of construction costs, scopes, and trade sequencing
• Proficiency with estimating software and construction technology tools
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the 
  Pacific Northwest
   market
• Passion for 
  process improvement and technology-driven solutions
• Ability to work independently in a remote-first environment
• Strong collaboration skills across cross-functional teams