Estimator (2011)

DRB Homes; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DRB Homes is seeking a full-time position in San Antonio, TX for a role focused on bid preparation and purchasing. The successful candidate will prepare bid packages, manage trade partner contracts, and assist in the purchasing process while adhering to company standards.

A High School Diploma is required, along with skills in MS Office and knowledge of home construction. This role offers opportunities for hands-on engagement with materials and trade partners.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required, college degree preferred.
• 2-4 years of residential homebuilding or estimating experience are needed.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience is acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Prepares bid packages and submits to trade partners.
• Prepares take-offs for materials needed.
• Conducts field visits to verify material usage.
• Assists Purchasing Manager with new community setup.
• Releases job start packages.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Experience in purchasing software

Knowledge of Newstar software

Detail oriented

Ability to multi-task

Knowledge of home construction process

Education

High School Diploma

2-4 years of homebuilding or estimating experience

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: San Antonio Division - San Antonio, TX 78216

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 (Knowledge and Skills)

• 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