Estimator

Job Title: Estimator

Job Description

The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate quantity takeoffs, cost estimates, and budgets for residential homebuilding projects.

This role supports purchasing, construction, and design teams by ensuring that material and labor costs are current, competitive, and aligned with company standards. The estimator will work closely with vendors, trade partners, and internal departments to maintain cost efficiency and consistency across all communities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for new home models, options, and community launches.
• Update and maintain base house, option, and community-specific budgets.
• Analyze plans, specifications, and scope documents to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Assist in maintaining and updating estimating databases, price lists, and unit cost libraries.
• Review architectural and engineering plans for accuracy and completeness.
• Support cost variance analysis and budget updates during the design and construction phases.
• Coordinate with design, construction, and purchasing teams to ensure accurate takeoffs and pricing for new product introductions.
• Assist in developing standardized estimating processes and documentation.

Essential Skills

• Understanding of residential construction methods and materials.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, plans, and specifications.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills required.
• Familiarity with residential construction methods, materials, and building codes.

Work Environment

The work environment is collaborative within the team, focusing on culture fit and development of team members.

The position offers the ability to work remotely two days a week, typically Monday and Friday, once established in the role (30-90 days in).

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Portage, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45760.00 - $52000.00/yr.

company benefits are available upon request

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Portage,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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