(Residental Construction) Estimating & Purchasing Associate

Job Overview
Fry Classic Construction is looking for a detail-focused, highly dependable Estimating and Purchasing Associate who thrives in a team environment where getting things done right the first time is what matters most. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working behind the scenes to make sure projects are accurately estimated, materials are sourced on time, and nothing falls through the cracks.

You’ll play a critical role in supporting our project management teams with cost forecasting, vendor coordination, documentation, and procurement—using data, checklists, and precise execution to keep everything running smoothly.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare accurate cost estimates using data and historical cost references to ensure every detail is covered.
• Support procurement activities by sourcing materials based on project specifications, verifying quality and price alignment, and managing vendor communications.
• Track and manage documentation including bids, drawings, contracts, permits, RFIs, and client selections using standardized digital folders.
• Review and process proposals, bids, and scopes of work in collaboration with the project manager to ensure consistency and alignment.
• Serve as a steady, reliable point of contact for vendors and internal teams—communicating clearly, calmly, and professionally.
• Maintain selection tracking and procurement timelines, ensuring QR codes and other site-specific tools are prepared and accurate.
• Review, code, and approve invoices in alignment with budgets—flagging discrepancies and correcting miscodes promptly.
• Log and document key milestones, including photos and daily logs, for clear project tracking.
• Support job site visits to ensure selections and materials align with expectations.
• Assist with permitting processes and project setup documentation.
• Participate in internal meetings with structured agendas and well-documented minutes.
• Support occasional marketing needs through photography and materials collection.
• Handle other assigned tasks with the same diligence and follow-through.

What You Bring

• At least 1–3 years of experience in residential construction estimating, residential construction purchasing, or a related construction role
• Strong attention to detail—you notice what others overlook and take pride in exactness
• A task-focused mindset—you’re calm, focused, and like to check things off the list
• A team-first attitude—you measure success by what the team accomplishes, not individual credit
• A steady pace under pressure—you don’t get flustered by deadlines, interruptions, or shifting needs
• A structured, analytical brain—you like facts, systems, and improving things based on data
• Strong organizational skills—you can manage multiple tasks without letting any slip
• Excellent documentation habits—you believe if it’s not written down, it didn’t happen
• Confidence from knowing your stuff—you become the expert by learning the details and executing thoroughly
• Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.)

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Primarily office-based work in a climate-controlled environment
• Occasional job site visits may involve standing, walking on uneven ground, or lifting up to 50 lbs
• Regular use of a computer, including typing, filing, and digital documentation
• Must be able to occasionally bend, reach, and twist when supporting field tasks

Why Join Fry Classic Construction?

Here, your work matters. You won’t be in the spotlight—but you’ll be behind everything that makes the spotlight possible. If you love working as part of a close-knit, high-standards team that values consistency, integrity, and flawless follow-through—this role is built for you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) 3% Match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Why are you interested in working for Fry Classic Construction?
• Forget about the jobs you've shown interest in, If I could write out your ideal job description, what would it look like?
• What are your 3-5 year goals?
• Thinking about the jobs you've quit up to this point; what were the top 2 reasons?
• Thinking about the jobs you've been terminated from; what were the primary reasons it didn't work out?
• Tell me one thing your previous co-workers/managers/colleagues would say about you they didn't like or that frustrated them when working with you?
• Finish the sentence for me. "it used to bother me when my manager would X"
• Finish the sentence for me. "it used to motivate me when my manager would X"

Ability to Commute:

• Nashville, TN 37204 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Nashville, TN 37204: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $75,000 - $150,000