Estimator
Megatel Homes•Dallas, TX
•$28 - $33
About The Position
The Estimator prepares and validates material takeoffs for homebuilding projects, including base plans and structural options. The role reviews plans for errors, checks option takeoffs for accuracy before they are loaded into BRIX, and performs variance analysis to identify and eliminate takeoff errors. The Estimator also supports field personnel with explanations and training, assists EPO personnel with variance purchase orders when needed, and communicates with purchasing and field teams. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with additional hours as necessary.
Requirements
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Homebuilding experience required.
- Excellent communication skills, time management, a strong work ethic, and enthusiasm for learning.
- Ability to read floor and engineering plans.
- Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
- A four-year degree or one year of residential construction experience required.
- High focus and accuracy with numbers.
- Strong attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with AutoCAD, PlanSwift, or Bluebeam.
- Familiarity with the BRIX database.
Responsibilities
- Validate estimating takeoffs on job starts.
- Estimate base-plan materials and materials required for structural options.
- Prepare takeoffs for brick, stone, cornice, interior trim, doors, hardware, lumber, tile, and flooring for new and existing plans using PlanSwift and BRIX.
- Provide itemized quantity takeoffs for every component needed to build a home.
- Review plans and alert architecture staff to plan errors.
- Conduct field walks to stay acquainted with current practices, focusing on recently started subdivisions and new plan estimates.
- Review all option takeoffs for accuracy before they are loaded into BRIX.
- Clean up existing plans and subdivisions when notified of estimate problems in BRIX.
- Perform variance analysis to eradicate takeoff errors.
- Provide support and training to field personnel regarding how estimates were calculated.
- Assist EPO personnel with processing variance purchase orders when needed.
- Communicate with and assist the purchasing department and field team as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) plan.
- Paid time off and holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
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Job Type
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