Estimator, Construction

Position Location:

Uptown Dallas Salary Range: $28 - $33 per hour

Primary responsibilities:

Validate estimating take offs on job starts

Estimate base plan materials and materials required for structural options

Brick, Stone, Cornice, Interior trim, Doors, Hardware, Lumber, tile and flooring take-offs for new and old plans using Plan Swift, and BRIX. Provide itemized quantity takeoffs for every component to build a home Perform plan reviews and alert architecture of plan errors

Perform field walks to stay acquainted with current practices. Focusing on recently started subdivisions / new plan estimates

Review ALL option takeoffs before they are loaded into BRIX for Accuracy Clean up existing plans and Subdivisions when notified of a problem with the estimates in the BRIX system

Perform variance analysis to eradicate take-off errors

Provide support and training to Field personnel regarding how the estimates were calculated

Assist EPO personnel if needed to process variance purchase orders

Communicate with and assist the purchasing department as well as the field team as needed

Requirements:

Computer proficiency in:

Microsoft Excel

AutoCAD, Planswift, or BlueBeamBRIX database is a plus

Home building experience required

Excellent communication skills, time management, strong work ethic and enthusiasm for learning

Ability to read floor & engineering plans

Team player & ability to work independently4-year degree or 1-year residential construction experience required

High focus and accuracy with numbers

Strong attention to detail

Megatel Homes offers the following benefits:

Competitive Base Salary commensurate with experience

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Life Insurance
401(k) Plan Paid Time Off and Holidays, including floating Birthday Holiday The typical schedule of this position will be Monday – Friday 8 AM to 5 PM, plus additional hours as necessary.
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