Estimator (2028)

DRB Homes; Addison (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DRB Homes is seeking a Purchaser/Estimator to support bid packages, take-offs, and field verifications for upcoming communities in the Dallas/Addison area.

The role collaborates with the Purchasing Manager to manage trade partners, contract files, and change orders, ensuring accurate scopes of work and up-to-date blueprints.

Qualifications

• Residential homebuilding or estimating experience required.
• Proficient in MS Excel and MS Office.
• Experience with purchasing software; Newstar a plus.
• Detail oriented and organized.
• Ability to multi-task and set priorities.
• Knowledge of construction processes.

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

Skills

MS Excel

MS Office

Purchasing software

Newstar

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Newstar Purchasing Software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Dallas, TX - Addison, TX 75001Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/GEDJob Shift: DayJob 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

QualificationsKnowledge 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