Estimator

Estimator Are you a Top Performer looking to build your future? If you are internally motivated and have the drive and ambition necessary to succeed, we want to talk to you. Grand Homes, America's Best Builder and one of the Top 50 companies to work for in the U.S, is looking for outstanding candidates to join one of the most successful, award-winning New Home Builders in the Dallas/Fort Worth area today. Summary of Objectives: The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and timely cost estimates for new home construction projects. This role works closely with purchasing, architecture, construction, and sales, to develop budgets, analyze costs, maintain pricing databases, and support profitability goals for the builder. Primary Responsibilities Prepare detailed construction cost estimates for new residential homes, model homes, and floor plans following company standards and procedures Analyze plans, subdivision specifications, buyer customization, and engineering Coordinate with architecture, engineers, sales, and pre-construction team over job discrepancies before releasing jobs to the field Work with pre-construction teams to identify value engineering opportunities on new plans Compare estimated costs to actual costs and review variances bi-weekly Assist in-office team with other various needs of assistance regarding takeoffs and costs Master new communities, new plans, and upload into database to provide cost analysis Support field personnel by validating material quantities requested Verify quantities for labor sf's and materials (lumber, roofings, gutters, etc), in regard to master take-offs Update estimates based on plan revisions and code changes Learn how sales pricing works and work at least 2 weekend days per month providing sales pricing for sales associates Create, manage, maintain, and improve estimating tools, procedures, programs, and databases (BRIX, PlanSwift, AutoCAD) Audit takeoffs and budgets to ensure compliance with company standards and cost objectives Knowledge and Skills Production homebuilding experience Knowledge of takeoff software (PlanSwift preferred) and ERP/homebuilding systems (BRIX preferred) Basic knowledge of AutoCAD Proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word) Detail oriented and organized Ability to multi-task and establish priorities Knowledge of new home construction process Education and Work Experience High School Diploma required College degree OR 2-4 years of residential home construction experience preferred Performance Standards Complete minimum one job file estimate per day Less than one percent variance . Grand Homes offers: Opportunity for Advancement, Competitive Salary, Medical and Life Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Profit Sharing, Paid Vacation, Company Contests & Incentives and Employee discount on Grand Homes. Why work for Grand Homes: - Voted 2011 America's Best Builder out of 75,000 builders nationwide - 2005, 2009, 2010 DFW Builder of the Year - Consumers' Choice Award - Top 50 companies to work for in the U.S. - 5th Fastest Growing Builder in Texas - Winner of more Design & Architectural Awards than any other builder in Dallas the last five years - Featured in D Magazine as one of Dallas' Top Business Leaders - Honored with the Lee Evans Award for Business Management Excellence No phone calls please To apply Email: ... Current Benefits Grand Homes is one of the fastest growing homebuilders in the nation. We've been awarded multiple design and architectural awards and have been named America's Best Builder twice! Our team is the driving force behind the continuing success and growth of Grand Homes. We seek enthusiastic, career minded individuals to build on our 36-year success story. Grand team members are expected to be hard working, and in turn, we strive to create an atmosphere that supports and rewards that dedication. Voted Best Builder in America by Builder Magazine Lee Evans Award for Business Management Excellence Featured in D Magazine as one of Dallas' Top Business Leaders Pacesetters Award by Dallas Business Journal Named in Top 50 Builders to Work for by Professional Builder Magazine Thank you for your interest in Grand Homes. Connect with Grand Homes on Linkedin. Benefits Dental Insurance Medical Insurance 401K Life Insurance Long Term Disability Sick/Personal Days Vacation/Paid Holidays Home Purchase Discount