Estimator (1761)

DRB Homes; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

DRB Homes is hiring for a full-time position in Tempe, AZ. Responsibilities include preparing bid packages, verifying materials, and managing trade partner contracts. Candidates should have a high school diploma, proficiency in MS Office, and knowledge of the new home construction process.

Experience with purchasing software is required, and knowledge of Newstar is a plus. This role involves detail-oriented multitasking to support the Purchasing Manager in the residential homebuilding sector.

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience in purchasing software.
• Knowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plus.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Prepares bid packages and submits to trade partners.
• Conducts field visits to verify ordered materials.
• Manages the Trade Partner contract files.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office software applications

Experience with purchasing software

Knowledge of new home construction process

Detail oriented and organized

Ability to multi-task

Education

High School Diploma

2-4 years of residential homebuilding or estimating experience

Tools

MS Excel

Newstar purchasing software

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: Phoenix Division - Tempe, AZ 85282
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School/GED
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Construction

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 Charleston 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)
• Other duties as apparent or assigned

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office software applications, i.e. MS Excel
• Must have previous experience in purchasing software
• Knowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plus
• Detail oriented and organized
• Ability to multi-task and 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