Cost Estimator

The Drees Company; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life, AD&D, and critical illness

Wellness rewards

401(k) savings plan

Profit Sharing

Paid time off increasing with tenure

Tuition reimbursement

Disability and Parental leave

Employee discount on home purchases

Job summary

The Drees Company, operating as Drees Homes in Cleveland, OH, is seeking a Cost Estimator to join our Purchasing office. The role focuses on costing, estimating, pricing, and cost analysis for residential homes, working 8 AM–5 PM with additional hours as needed.

Ideal candidates are process-driven and eager to learn; the position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within a longstanding, reputable builder.

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills including Excel.
• Analytical, detail-minded and a good communicator.
• Experience in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Accounting or related field.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with trade partners and oversee cost codes.
• Prepare detailed estimates and purchase orders for all product in a timely manner with accuracy.
• Utilize estimating software to verify take-offs and resolve disputes.
• Update and maintain bid pricing from all vendors.
• Establish working relationships with vendors/subcontractors to enhance communication.

Skills

Excel

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Team oriented

Bid sets reading

Communication

Education

Construction Management / related field

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

Overview

Drees Homes is a family-owned home building company with a passion for making custom homes easy. For over 95 years, we have taken care of our employees and our customers. It's why we rank as the 19th largest privately-owned builder in the country and have a track record of long-tenured employees. We're proud of being named a 2023, 2024 and 2025 U.S. Best Managed Company, a program sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, and we've been officially certified as a Great Place to Work in both 2023, 2024 and 2025. Enrich your career at a company that values integrity, excellence, opportunity, stability and success.Headquartered in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Drees has operations in twelve metropolitan areas: Greater Cincinnati and Cleveland, Ohio; Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Washington, DC.

Responsibilities/Qualifications

Drees Homes is currently looking for a candidate for the position of Cost Estimatorworking in our Purchasing office location in Cleveland, OH.

The objective of this position is to be responsible for performingall activities associated with costing, estimating, pricing, maintenance of estimating related programs, and cost analysis of residential homes.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Communicate with trade partners and oversee cost codes
• 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
• Establish working relationships with vendors/subcontractors to enhance effective communication

We're seeking process-oriented individuals and we're 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!

Desired Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong computer skillsincluding Excel
• Analytical, detail-minded, team oriented 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 working in a construction related capacity a real plus

The schedule of this position will be Monday - Friday from 8 AM - 5 PM plus additional hours as necessary.

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!

Summary

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free WorkplaceTo learn more about Drees Homes visit our website www.dreeshomes.com