Cost Estimator

Drees Company; Austin (TX); In loco; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental and vision

Life/AD&D insurance

Wellness rewards

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Disability and parental leave

Employee discount program

Employee assistance program

Descrizione del lavoro

Drees Homes is seeking an entry-level Cost Estimator for our Austin Division to support cost planning for residential projects. You will perform costing, pricing, and cost analysis of home estimates, and work with vendors and subcontractors to maintain accurate bid pricing.

We value process orientation and are willing to train the right candidate. The position offers a competitive salary with potential bonus and opportunities for growth within a well-established builder.

Competenze

• Strong computer skills including Excel.
• Experience with On Screen Take Off and BlueBeam is a plus.
• Ability to read bid sets and architectural plans.
• Experience in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Accounting or related field preferred.
• Self-motivated to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Good communication with internal and external customers.

Mansioni

• Prepare detailed estimates and purchase orders for all product in a timely manner while ensuring accuracy.
• Utilize estimating software to verify take-offs and resolve disputes.
• Update and maintain bid pricing from all vendors.
• Work closely with vendors/subcontractors to enhance effective communication and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Create and distribute job packets to the field upon completion of job estimates.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conoscenze

Analytical

Detail-oriented

Team oriented

Autonomous

Good communicator

Self-motivated

Problem solver

Multitasking

Formazione

Construction management or related field degree

Strumenti

Excel

On Screen Take Off

BlueBeam

Descrizione del lavoro

Drees Homes is a family-owned home builder with a passion for making custom homes easy. For over 95 years, we have cared for our employees and customers, which is why we rank as the 19th largest privately-owned builder in the country and have a history of long-tenured employees. We are proud to be named a U.S. Best Managed Company in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025, a program sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, and to be officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the last three years. Enrich your career at a company that values integrity, excellence, opportunity, stability, and success.

Headquartered in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Drees operates in twelve metropolitan areas: Greater Cincinnati (including Northern Kentucky), Cleveland, and Columbus, Ohio; Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Washington, D.C.

Responsibilities/Qualifications

Drees Homes, one of the largest privately-owned homebuilders in the nation, is looking for a Cost Estimator in our Austin Division. Our ideal candidate is process oriented and is interested in building a career with an establish leader in the building industry. This position is responsible for performing all activities associated with costing, estimating, pricing, maintenance of estimating related programs, and cost analysis of residential homes.

We're seeking process-oriented individuals are we are willing to train the right candidate! This is an entry-level position and if you possess all or some of the below listed knowledge and skills, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and purchase orders for all product in a timely manner while ensuring accuracy
• Utilize estimating software to verify take-offs and resolve disputes
• Update and maintain bid pricing from all vendors
• Work closely with vendors/subcontractors to enhance effective communication and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Create and distribute job packets to the field upon completion of job estimates
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge And Skills

• Strong computer skills including Excel is a must, experience with On Screen Take Off and BlueBeam is a plus
• Analytical, detail-minded, team oriented, autonomous, confident and a good communicator (internal and external customers)
• Experience in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Accounting or related field of study, preferred
• Ability to read bid sets, architectural plans as well as construct cost estimates preferred
• Experience conducting bid analysis a plus
• A visual learner with strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated to be able to multi-task and meet deadlines
• A problem solver who can take ownership of projects

Experience In a Construction Related Capacity Preferred

• Homebuilder estimating experience a plus

Premier Benefits To Support YOU

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Life, AD&D, and critical illness insurance
• Wellness rewards
• 401(k) savings plan
• Profit Sharing
• Paid time off increasing with tenure
• Tuition reimbursement
• Long and short disability and Parental leave
• Employee discount program on the purchase of a Drees Home
• Employee Assistance Program and much more!

Excellent salary and bonus potential.

Join a special team that works together to make Drees a successful company and a rewarding place to work!

Summary

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace

To learn more about Drees Homes, visit our website - www.dreeshomes.com