PH - Construction Estimator / Purchasing Coordinator
MyOutDesk · Remote · $330/day (stated in the posting)
About the Role
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.
Key Responsibilities
- 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.
Requirements
- 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
About MyOutDesk
Since 2008, MyOutDesk has connected highly skilled professionals with growing and established U.S.-based organizations, enabling them to make a real and measurable business impact as part of extended global teams.
Trusted by companies in real estate, healthcare, finance, professional services, and other growth industries, MyOutDesk provides professionals the opportunity to build stable, long-term remote careers while contributing meaningfully to high-performing teams.