Senior Purchasing Agent — Home Construction Estimator

DRB HOMES; Rehoboth Beach (DE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DRB HOMES is seeking a cost estimator for new home construction to develop and maintain accurate budgets and estimates. You will review contracts, prepare bids, and coordinate with trade partners to ensure projects meet scope, quality, and cost objectives.

The role requires knowledge of the residential building process, strong Excel skills, and experience with Newstar or similar purchasing software. A high school diploma is required, with a college degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office applications, especially Excel.
• Knowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plus.
• Detail oriented and organized; able to multi-task and set priorities.

Responsibilities

• Review new home sales contracts and prepare construction estimates.
• Maintain construction budgets and ensure compliance with objectives.
• Prepare bid packages and submit to trade partners; take-offs for materials.
• Conduct field visits to verify quantities and waste.
• Enter trade contract data into Newstar and manage contract files.

Skills

MS Excel

Detail oriented

Multi-tasking

Prioritization

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

Tools

Newstar purchasing software

MS Office

Job description

DRB HOMES is seeking a cost estimator for new home construction to develop and maintain accurate budgets and estimates. You will review contracts, prepare bids, and coordinate with trade partners to ensure projects meet scope, quality, and cost objectives.

The role requires knowledge of the residential building process, strong Excel skills, and experience with Newstar or similar purchasing software. A high school diploma is required, with a college degree preferred.