VP, Purchasing & Estimating — New Home Builds

Dream Finders Homes; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Dream Finders Homes in Florida is seeking a Vice President of Purchasing to provide senior-level leadership for purchasing, estimating, and design functions. The role focuses on cost control, quality, and operational success across communities, with travel to job sites and markets as needed.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in purchasing leadership within homebuilding, a related bachelor's degree, and strong negotiation and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of purchasing/procurement leadership experience in new home construction or a high-volume production builder.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, construction management, or related field; master’s preferred.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills with ability to manage a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing, estimating, and design functions to support cost control and quality.
• Oversee takeoffs, estimates, and construction drawings accuracy; manage vendor selection and trade negotiations.
• Develop vendor relationships, conduct cost analysis, and implement cost-reduction initiatives.
• Monitor staffing, performance evaluations, and compliance with company processes.

Job description

Dream Finders Homes in Florida is seeking a Vice President of Purchasing to provide senior-level leadership for purchasing, estimating, and design functions. The role focuses on cost control, quality, and operational success across communities, with travel to job sites and markets as needed.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in purchasing leadership within homebuilding, a related bachelor's degree, and strong negotiation and analytical skills.