Purchasing Agent/ Project Estimator | Luxury Custom Residential

About the Job: We’re looking for an experienced Purchasing Agent / Project Estimator to support the estimating and purchasing process for high-end luxury custom homes in the Boise, ID area. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented construction professional with strong experience in estimating, takeoffs, subcontractor bidding, purchasing, cost management, and vendor relationships. This opportunity is with an established Idaho-based luxury custom homebuilder known for delivering exceptional craftsmanship, custom design, and a high-touch client experience. The company specializes in creating one-of-a-kind residences while maintaining a strong focus on quality, accurate budgeting, and cost control throughout the construction process.

What You’ll Do: Prepare detailed project estimates and budgets for luxury custom residential projects. Review construction plans, specifications, scopes of work, and project documentation to develop accurate estimates. Perform quantity takeoffs and cost analysis for materials, labor, and subcontractor scopes. Solicit, review, and compare subcontractor and vendor bids to ensure accurate pricing and complete scopes. Manage purchasing, purchase orders, vendor agreements, and subcontractor pricing. Negotiate pricing and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors. Assist with project buyout and ensure scopes are properly covered before construction. Track project costs, budgets, pricing changes, and cost variances throughout the construction process. Work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, design teams, and leadership to maintain accurate project budgets. Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost savings while maintaining the company’s standards for quality and craftsmanship.

What We’re Looking For: Experience in residential construction estimating, purchasing, or preconstruction, ideally within custom or luxury homebuilding. Strong experience with estimating, takeoffs, bid solicitation, bid leveling, and cost analysis. Experience managing subcontractor and vendor relationships, pricing, and purchase orders. Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and scopes of work. Strong understanding of residential construction costs, materials, trades, and construction sequencing. Excellent organization, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate project budgets and estimates. Ability to collaborate effectively with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, and leadership. Ability to work on-site in the Boise, ID area. Why This Role Is Exciting: Join a respected Idaho luxury custom homebuilding team where you’ll play an important role in the estimating, purchasing, and financial success of high-end residential projects. You’ll work alongside experienced construction professionals while helping deliver one-of-a-kind homes built around quality, craftsmanship, and personalized design.

Requirements: Added by the Job Poster: Residential estimating or purchasing experience Experience with custom or luxury home construction preferred Strong knowledge of estimating, takeoffs, budgeting, and cost control Experience working with subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, and purchase orders Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications Strong negotiation, organization, and attention to detail Apply now or submit your resume to for a confidential conversation about this opportunity.