What are the responsibilities and job description for the Freelance Estimator - Residential Construction position at Arizona Building Contractors, LLC?
Arizona Building Contractors, LLC
Arizona Building Contractors is seeking a Freelance Estimator for residential construction projects only. This role does not include commercial, industrial, heavy civil, or high-rise work.
We are looking for someone with strong residential estimating experience who can develop accurate budgets and proposals from work scopes, photos, videos, site information, and partial plan sets. Many of our projects are not fully architect-driven at the early estimating stage, so this role requires strong judgment, practical construction knowledge, and the ability to identify missing information before pricing is finalized.
Project Types
Arizona Building Contractors is a licensed general contractor based in Tucson, Arizona. We specialize in residential construction and select light commercial projects, with a focus on quality work, clear communication, and realistic project planning. We are a hands-on team that values practical problem-solving, strong coordination, and a straightforward, professional approach.
Arizona Building Contractors is seeking a Freelance Estimator for residential construction projects only. This role does not include commercial, industrial, heavy civil, or high-rise work.
We are looking for someone with strong residential estimating experience who can develop accurate budgets and proposals from work scopes, photos, videos, site information, and partial plan sets. Many of our projects are not fully architect-driven at the early estimating stage, so this role requires strong judgment, practical construction knowledge, and the ability to identify missing information before pricing is finalized.
Project Types
- Guest houses / ADUs / casitas
- Attached and detached garages
- Carport conversions
- Additions
- Kitchen, bathroom, and whole-home remodels
- General residential renovations
- Prepare takeoffs, budgets, and estimates from available project information, including scopes, photos, videos, site details, and plans when provided.
- Help translate incomplete information into clear pricing assumptions, scope outlines, and proposal language.
- Identify scope gaps, missing details, cost risks, and likely clarifications needed before construction.
- Coordinate pricing with subcontractors and suppliers as needed.
- Communicate clearly about assumptions, exclusions, allowances, and items that require further field verification or design development.
- Work within our internal systems and budget structure.
- At least 5 years of residential estimating experience.
- Strong understanding of residential construction methods, sequencing, and pricing.
- Ability to work from incomplete information and develop practical budgets before full construction documents are available.
- Strong attention to detail, communication, and follow-through.
- Ability to work remotely and stay organized using shared files, photos, videos, and project documentation.
- Freelance / Independent Contractor
- Part-time or project-based
- Remote, with availability for calls and coordination during business hours
- Freelance / Contract Based 1099 position.
- Compensation / Rates to be discussed / negotiated
Arizona Building Contractors is a licensed general contractor based in Tucson, Arizona. We specialize in residential construction and select light commercial projects, with a focus on quality work, clear communication, and realistic project planning. We are a hands-on team that values practical problem-solving, strong coordination, and a straightforward, professional approach.