Sr. Purchasing Agent (2090)

DRB Homes; Rehoboth Beach (DE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DRB Homes is seeking a detail‑oriented Estimator to develop cost effective new home construction estimates and budgets. The role includes reviewing contracts, preparing bid packages, and coordinating with trade partners to ensure accurate take-offs and compliant budgets.

Candidates should have strong Excel skills, Newstar familiarity, and the ability to multi‑task while organizing multiple projects. A high school diploma is required; college degree or equivalent experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• MS Excel and basic MS Office proficiency required.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills required.
• Experience with residential homebuilding estimation is a plus.

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.

Skills

MS Excel

Detail oriented

Organized

Multi-tasking

Construction process knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma

College degree preferred

3-5 years residential homebuilding or estimating experience

Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience

Tools

Newstar

Job description

Job Location

Eastern Shore Division - Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971

Job Purpose

To develop and maintain cost effective new home construction estimates and supporting budgets.Select and employ quality contractors 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

Qualifications

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
• 3-5 years of residential homebuilding or estimating experience OR
• Equivalent combination of education and/or work experience