Residential Estimator — Build Homes, Shape Budgets & Growth

D.R. Horton; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

ESPP

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Job summary

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Estimator in Austin, TX to analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, material, and labor estimates for residential projects.

Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years of related experience in the residential construction industry, an Associate degree or equivalent, and proficiency with MS Office; a Bachelor's degree is preferred. Valid driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• Two to four years of related experience in residential construction estimating.
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency with MS Office and email.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity take-offs to prepare detailed estimates from drawings and specifications.
• Review ITB for scope qualification and bid readiness.
• Interpret architectural drawings and specifications to determine project requirements.
• Approve or process all over-budget purchase orders.
• Assist with maintaining take-offs, item cost, and contract pricing.

Skills

MS Office

Blue Beam

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Blue Beam

Job description

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Estimator in Austin, TX to analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, material, and labor estimates for residential projects.

Ideal candidates will have 2–4 years of related experience in the residential construction industry, an Associate degree or equivalent, and proficiency with MS Office; a Bachelor's degree is preferred. Valid driver’s license required.