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Cost Estimator
Drees Homes
Fort Mitchell (KY)
On-site
USD 50,000 - 70,000
Full time
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Job summary
Drees Homes is seeking an entry-level Cost Estimator to join our team in Fort Mitchell, KY. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cost estimation and pricing for residential homes, requiring strong analytical and communication skills. With a commitment to employee success, we offer a supportive environment and comprehensive benefits that include medical, 401(k), and tuition reimbursement. If you're detail-oriented and eager to learn, apply now to kickstart your career in the construction industry.
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Qualifications
- Self-motivated, able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
- Ability to read bid sets and architectural plans preferred.
- Experience in construction management or related field is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Communicate with trade partners and oversee cost codes.
- Prepare detailed estimates and purchase orders in a timely manner.
- Utilize estimating software to verify take-offs and resolve disputes.
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Looking to grow your career at a company that puts its people first? 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 21st largest privately-owned builder in the country and have a track record of long-tenured employees. We're proud of being named a U.S. Best Managed Company, a program sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal , for three years in a row and we've been officially certified as a Great Place to Work in 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 eleven 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 Estimator working in our Purchasing-Corporate office location in Ft. Mitchell, KY.
The objective of this position is to be responsible for performing all 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
Desired Knowledge And Skills
- Strong computer skills including 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
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 Work Place
To learn more about Drees Homes, please visit our website - www.dreeshomes.com
- Seniority levelEntry level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
- IndustriesConstruction
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