Estimator

Clayton Homes • Lakeland, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the review and analysis of material take-offs for all new master models and revised master model home plans to aid in cost savings. Works with Purchasing Department and field construction managers.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or Equivalent experience
• Must be able to perform consistent, accurate, and detail-oriented work.
• Must be able to critically think through workflow steps and the interrelation of workflow and impact to other team members.
• Ability to understand construction means and methods.
• Ability to read construction plans.
• Highly motivated
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality relative to daily work schedule is required
• Follow directions from a supervisor
• Interact well with co-workers
• Understand and follow work rules and procedures
• Accept constructive feedback
• Team player
• Valid driver's license
• Intermediate computer skills - Microsoft Word and Excel

Nice To Haves

• Minimum 1 year experience in the residential construction industry.
• Working knowledge of Planswift Software or similar construction take-off software.
• Working knowledge of RFMS Flooring or similar takeoff Software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze blueprints and other documentation to prepare material and labor budgets for new plans as well as make suggestions to increase our value engineering.
• Create and issue VPO's to vendors and modify existing budgets/take-offs.
• Review and validate take-offs and make necessary adjustments.
• Consult with vendors, personnel in construction departments or construction Superintendents to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Provide cost/benefit analysis for new and existing products.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree