Remote Estimator & Pre-Construction Administrator
Spinnaker Development
Remote | Full-Time Contract | $12-$17/hour | PST Working Hours
About Spinnaker Development
Spinnaker Development is a high-end residential builder specializing in custom homes and complex residential projects where quality, precision, and attention to detail are non-negotiable. Every project is thoughtfully planned and meticulously executed, and we take pride in delivering exceptional results for our clients.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Remote Estimator & Pre-Construction Administrator to become a key member of our team. In this role, you'll help drive our pre-construction process by preparing accurate estimates, coordinating project documentation, and supporting leadership with the information needed to keep projects moving efficiently from planning through execution.
If you enjoy solving problems, staying organized, and contributing to high-quality residential projects, you'll find meaningful work and long-term growth with Spinnaker.
What It's Like To Work At Spinnaker
We are a small, highly collaborative team where everyone contributes to the success of our projects. You'll work directly with company leadership and play an important role in shaping our pre-construction process. We value professionalism, responsiveness, accountability, continuous improvement, and a willingness to jump in wherever needed to help the team succeed.
What You'll Do
Estimating & Pre-Construction
- Prepare detailed construction estimates from plans and specifications
- Perform quantity take-offs and cost build-ups
- Coordinate pricing with subcontractors and vendors
- Maintain estimate revisions, bid logs, and estimating documentation
- Support budgeting and pre-construction planning
Construction Administration
- Prepare contracts, subcontractor agreements, and project documentation
- Maintain organized project files and document control
- Track approvals, deliverables, and project milestones
- Coordinate with office, field, and leadership teams
- Communicate daily through Slack, Asana, Gmail, and Zoom
Team Collaboration
- Work directly with leadership to support estimating priorities
- Partner with administrative and operations team members to reduce workload bottlenecks
- Communicate professionally with vendors, subcontractors, and occasionally clients
- Provide reliable remote support to both office and field personnel
What We're Looking For
Required Experience
- 3+ years of experience in USA construction estimating, pre-construction, construction administration, quantity surveying, project coordination, or a related construction role
- Experience reviewing construction plans and project documentation
- Strong understanding of high-end custom residential construction methods, materials, and costs
- Experience performing take-offs and developing detailed estimates
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Experience working remotely with U.S.-based teams is a plus
- Familiarity with construction terminology preferred
- Comfortable using construction software, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Dropbox, task management systems, and cloud-based document management platforms.
- Ability to work Pacific Time hours
- Self-starter with strong initiative and follow-through
- Experience with Bluebeam, Buildertrend, Procore, AutoCAD, Asana, Slack, Microsoft Office, or similar platforms
You'll Thrive Here If You Are
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Proactive and accountable
- Comfortable working independently
- Able to manage multiple priorities
- Quick to learn new systems and AI tools
Compensation and Work Arrangement
- Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications
- Long-term opportunity for the right candidate
- Activity and productivity tracking tools may be utilized as part of the remote work environment
How to Apply
Submit your resume along with a brief summary of your estimating experience, software proficiency, and the types of residential projects you've worked on. If available, include sample estimates or project documentation that showcases your work.
We are looking for someone who can become a trusted extension of our team and help drive excellence throughout the pre-construction process.
Salary: $12 - $17 per hour
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