Estimator (Residential Construction)
Choice Builders, Cedar City, UT, United States
Choice Builders
Estimator/Purchaser (Residential Construction)
About Choice Builders
Choice Builders is a veteran-owned, award-winning custom and semi-custom home builder based in Cedar City. We are known for craftsmanship, clear communication, and a values-driven process. Our mission is simple: build homes the right way and deliver a building experience rooted in honesty, integrity, service, results, and personal growth.
As we expand our Custom division and launch a large residential community, we are adding an Estimator / Purchaser to strengthen estimating accuracy, purchasing discipline, and pre-job coordination.
About the Role This role supports both Custom and Semi-Custom Production work. You will be responsible for building accurate estimates, coordinating trade partner pricing, and executing purchasing activities that set projects up for successful construction.
This is a hands-on, detail-driven role. It is ideal for someone who enjoys numbers, accuracy, and structure and who takes pride in getting things right before a project ever breaks ground.
What You'll Do
Daily responsibilities include:
Produce accurate conceptual and detailed estimates for Custom and Production homes
Perform quantity takeoffs and develop clear, disciplined scopes of work
Manage bid cycles with trade partners and review proposals for scope completeness
Coordinate pricing, selections, and scope details with designers and our Selections Manager
Prepare Buildertrend-ready job setups using established templates, including budgets, cost codes, specs, and selections
Issue all pre-job start purchase orders after budget approval and Notice to Proceed
Create complete turnover packages for the Operations team
Improve estimating, purchasing, and documentation workflows over time
What We're Looking For Required qualifications:
Proven estimating and/or purchasing experience in residential construction
Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
Comfort working with numbers, takeoffs, spreadsheets, and pricing
Ability to read and interpret plan sets across multiple disciplines
Clear, professional communication style
Alignment with our values: Honesty, Integrity, Service, Results, Growth
Preferred:
Experience with Buildertrend or similar construction software
Why This Role Matters Choice Builders is scaling from 6-10 custom homes per year into a combined custom + production model. Accurate estimating and disciplined purchasing are critical to protecting margins, reducing surprises, and supporting our field teams.
This role directly impacts project success, trade partner relationships, and client experience.
Location Matters This is a boots-on-the-ground role. Daily in-office presence in Cedar City is essential for collaboration with our selections, sales, and operations teams. Candidates who already live in the area or who are sincerely committed to relocating to a smaller, outdoor-oriented community tend to succeed and stay long-term. We are looking for someone who wants to plant roots here and grow with our team.
Salary and Benefits:
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) 4% match
$63,000 - $79,000 a year DOE
Apply Today If you're ready to take the next step in your estimating career and support a growing builder, we'd like to hear from you.
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As we expand our Custom division and launch a large residential community, we are adding an Estimator / Purchaser to strengthen estimating accuracy, purchasing discipline, and pre-job coordination.
About the Role This role supports both Custom and Semi-Custom Production work. You will be responsible for building accurate estimates, coordinating trade partner pricing, and executing purchasing activities that set projects up for successful construction.
This is a hands-on, detail-driven role. It is ideal for someone who enjoys numbers, accuracy, and structure and who takes pride in getting things right before a project ever breaks ground.
What You'll Do
Daily responsibilities include:
Produce accurate conceptual and detailed estimates for Custom and Production homes
Perform quantity takeoffs and develop clear, disciplined scopes of work
Manage bid cycles with trade partners and review proposals for scope completeness
Coordinate pricing, selections, and scope details with designers and our Selections Manager
Prepare Buildertrend-ready job setups using established templates, including budgets, cost codes, specs, and selections
Issue all pre-job start purchase orders after budget approval and Notice to Proceed
Create complete turnover packages for the Operations team
Improve estimating, purchasing, and documentation workflows over time
What We're Looking For Required qualifications:
Proven estimating and/or purchasing experience in residential construction
Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
Comfort working with numbers, takeoffs, spreadsheets, and pricing
Ability to read and interpret plan sets across multiple disciplines
Clear, professional communication style
Alignment with our values: Honesty, Integrity, Service, Results, Growth
Preferred:
Experience with Buildertrend or similar construction software
Why This Role Matters Choice Builders is scaling from 6-10 custom homes per year into a combined custom + production model. Accurate estimating and disciplined purchasing are critical to protecting margins, reducing surprises, and supporting our field teams.
This role directly impacts project success, trade partner relationships, and client experience.
Location Matters This is a boots-on-the-ground role. Daily in-office presence in Cedar City is essential for collaboration with our selections, sales, and operations teams. Candidates who already live in the area or who are sincerely committed to relocating to a smaller, outdoor-oriented community tend to succeed and stay long-term. We are looking for someone who wants to plant roots here and grow with our team.
Salary and Benefits:
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) 4% match
$63,000 - $79,000 a year DOE
Apply Today If you're ready to take the next step in your estimating career and support a growing builder, we'd like to hear from you.
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