Estimator - Houston SW

D.R. Horton•Richmond, TX

11d

About The Position

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Estimator. The right candidate will Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, material, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services.

Requirements

Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school
Two to four years of related experience and/or training in the residential construction industry
Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
Proficiency with MS Office and email

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred
Knowledge of estimating software such as Blue Beam
Effective communication skills
The ability to meet multiple deadlines and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Perform quantity take-offs to prepare detailed estimates in accordance with drawings and specifications
Review Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a qualification of scope
Interpret architectural drawings and specifications to determine project requirements
Maintain computer databases (pricing, estimates, items, etc.)
Approve/process all over-budget purchase orders
Assist with maintaining take-offs, item cost, and contract pricing
Assist in cost negotiations
Field phone calls from potential new vendors as well as field staff
Obtain vendor quotes
Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Ability to work overtime
Serve as primary liaison for office building maintenance (non-technical), responsible for reporting issues, coordinating service requests and ensuring timely resolution of facility issues.