Residential Construction Estimator

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The Foundation Estimator is responsible for determining the lot specific foundation hard-cost for all homes built by the company. The Foundation Estimator provides a complete set of purchase orders necessary for the completion of each lot specific foundation.

• Demonstrates capacity and competence to produce lot specific foundation estimates and purchase orders based on x/day model
• Delivers the competency and accuracy required to support Supply Chains’ unit cost structures for materials and labor
• Organizes incoming workflow of sold and spec homes files through Trinity to meet foundation and frame rotation schedule
• Maintains all Foundation starts via the assignment sheet on SharePoint and Field Management System schedules
• Maintains all Foundation Platform documentation and ensures that it is accurate and up-to-date
• Provides feedback to Senior Estimator for corrections required to template estimates, assemblies, and option manual Sale pricing
• Informs Starts Team of any issues that would negatively impact the ability to meet company velocity
• Reports all feedback from Field Operations and Supply Chain to ensure system corrections as required
• Performs Field audits as required to ensure correct materials usage and accuracy of product deliveries
• Performs other duties as needed or required

• Responds to all Field Operations inquiries on potential estimating errors within the same business day
• Delivers lot specific foundation estimates and purchase order production as per company velocity through Trinity
• Reviews estimating variances monthly to drive root-cause resolution
• Completes purchase orders to avoid velocity delays
• Ensures 100% accuracy for all plumbing, window, and door purchase orders
• Ensures that variance per project average does not exceed $200 due to estimating errors or failures

• High School Diploma, or GED required;
  Associate degree preferred
• No previous experience necessary, training will be provided
• Proficient in Excel and basic computer knowledge required
• Valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and reliable personal transportation required for travel in NC and SC for Field audit purposes as required

• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, written, and verbal
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Comply with all company policies and procedures
• Demonstrate the qualities and character traits as defined in the True Difference

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time
• Occasionally move about the office to access file cabinets, office equipment, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment

• Truthfulness:
  Earning future trust by accurately reporting past facts
• Responsibility:
  Knowing and doing what is expected
• Dependability:
  Fulfilling what I consented to do, even if it means sacrifice
• Alertness:
  Being aware of what is taking place so I can respond appropriately
• Initiative:
  Recognizing and doing what needs to be done before being asked

• Thoroughness:
  Knowing factors that diminish effectiveness if neglected
• Endurance:
  Ability to withstand stress and perform
• Punctuality:
  Doing the right thing at the right time

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Strategy/Planning and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Construction