Purchasing Agent (2399)

DRB Homes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DRB Homes in Houston, TX seeks a Construction Estimator to develop cost-effective home construction estimates and budgets. You will select and manage quality contractors aligned with budget objectives and assess material take-offs to prevent waste.

Key duties include reviewing contracts, preparing bid packages, and coordinating with Purchasing for community setups. Proficiency in MS Office and Newstar is a plus; a valid license is required.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plus.
• Detail oriented and organized; able to multi-task.
• Knowledge of the new home construction process is required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Reviews new home sales contracts and creates construction estimates.
• Maintains construction budgets and ensures compliance.
• Prepares bid packages and submits to trade partners.
• Prepares take-offs for materials needed (lumber, trim, roofing, etc.).
• Conducts field visits to verify material orders and minimize waste.
• Assists Purchasing Manager with new community set up in Newstar.

Skills

Detail oriented

Organized

Multi-tasking

Prioritization

Knowledge of homebuilding process

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Newstar purchasing software

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Houston Division - Houston, TX 77042JOB PURPOSE:

To develop and maintain cost effective new home construction estimates and supporting budgets. Select and employ quality contactors in alignment with department and budget objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews new home sales contracts and creates construction estimates
• Maintains construction budgets and ensures compliance
• 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)
• Processes variance purchase orders
• Works with the Purchasing Manager and Community Builders to maintain scopes of work
• Manages the Trade Partners and their contract files (ensuring current pricing , scope of work, contract, etc… is signed by all Trades)
• Enters trade contract data into Newstar
• Other duties as apparent or assigned

QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office software applications, i.e. MS Excel
• 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
• Valid driver’s license

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