Estimator - Englewood, CO (2412)

Job Purpose

Prepare bid packages and assists with the preparation of required documentation for a home to start.

The salary range for this position is from $75,000 to $95,000 per year and includes access to medical, dental, vision, life, disability and supplemental insurance as well as a 401(K) with match.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares bid packages and submits to current trade partners, as well as prospective trade partners
• Prepares take-offs for materials needed (lumber, trim, roofing, siding, etc…)
• Conducts field visits to verify material ordered is not being wasted
• Assists Purchasing Manager with new community set up in Newstar (Purchasing software)
• Releases job start packages
• Processes change orders
• Processes variance purchase orders
• Acts as a liaison between Division & Product Development to ensure the division has the most current blueprints on file as well as all of our Trade Partners
• Works with the Purchasing Manager and Community Builders to maintain scopes of work
• Manages the Trade Partner contract files (ensuring current pricing, scope of work, contract, etc. is signed by all Trades

Qualifications

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office software applications, i.e. MS Excel and Word
• Must have previous experience with purchasing software; knowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plus
• Detail oriented and organized
• Ability to multi-task and appropriately establish priorities
• Knowledge of new home construction process is required

Education and Work Experience

• High School Diploma required, college degree preferred OR
• 2-4 years of residential homebuilding or estimating experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience