Houck Incorporated

Junior Construction Estimator - High End Residential Remodels (2+ Years)

LocationLos Angeles, CA
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$58,240-$79,040

About This Job


About Houck Construction, Inc.

Houck Construction is a privately held business that has operated in the Los Angeles area for over 30 years. We have built and remodeled some of Los Angeles’ most luxurious homes and earned a reputation for delivering the highest quality craftsmanship and best-in-class service.

We are proud of our fun, relaxed, yet highly organized community culture, and we are looking for someone who will contribute to that spirit while strengthening our reputation for excellence.


About the Role

The Junior Estimator will support our Estimating Department by assisting with project take-offs, bid solicitation, proposal development, and overall estimating tasks under the direction of senior team members. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented early-career professional eager to grow in high-end residential construction while contributing to a team committed to accuracy, efficiency, and white-glove client service.


What You Will Do

Assist in preparing quantity take-offs and cost breakdowns.
Help gather and track subcontractor bids and vendor pricing.
Issue RFIs and Invitations to Bid (ITBs) to trade partners & assist with follow-up.
Support the development of client proposal documents and estimating records.
Maintain estimating files, notes, and cost history.
Collaborate with design, architecture, and project management teams to ensure timely and complete scope information.


Who You Are

Motivated and detail-oriented with a desire to learn construction estimating.
Organized and able to follow structured workflows.
Comfortable reading plans and discussing scopes with stakeholders.
A team player who enjoys cross-departmental collaboration.
Committed to high standards of service, accuracy, and professionalism.


Required Qualifications

· 1–3 years of experience in construction estimating.

· 1-3 years of construction field experience, highly desirable.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Buildertrend, Plan Swift, Bluebeam, or other take-off tools highly desirable.


· Basic understanding of reading construction documents.


· Strong communication, math, and organizational skills.

· Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: $28.00 - $38.00 per hour


Expected hours: 40 per week


Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance


Schedule:


Monday to Friday


Experience:

Construction Estimating: 1 year (Required)


Ability to Commute:

Los Angeles, CA 90025 (Required)


Work Location: In person

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