Operations Coordinator

D.R. Horton•Mount Laurel, NJ

30d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

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. D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Operations Coordinator in the Operations Department. The right candidate will be responsible for coordinating and maintaining various aspects of operations in the construction and closing of single and multi-family homes. Responsible for coordinating all documents required for submitting and obtaining utility and building permits, water taps and impact fees. Coordinate with the division departments and external contacts to ensure all deadlines for building plans and permits are completed on time.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Two to four years of related experience and/or training
Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
Possess exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well within a team
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred
JD Edwards experience a plus
Bilingual a plus
Provide attention to detail and manage multiple responsibilities communication skills

Responsibilities

Maintain responsibility for the complete architectural plan approval process through various municipalities
Coordinate with the consultants (architect, drafting, engineering, etc.) for the timely submission of plan approval and to work to ensure timely response to consultant’s questions
Manage the division’s timely production of house product by implementing, maintaining, and monitoring construction using On-Schedule
Follow processes and procedures to maximize resources to meet division goals and objectives
Manage the “start” process – coordinate with Land Development, Permitting, Purchasing, Construction, Sales, and Operations to determine and begin the process of building homes
Work with bonding company and townships to post required bonds
Work with management to set up home specs
Responsible for securing the timely preparation and submission of plot plans, zoning applications, water and sewer connections, and building permits through various municipalities based on construction deadlines
Prepare and submit timely check requests, and payments for permits, water and sewer taps and impact fees
Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with municipality departments and staff members
Serve as the designated division contact for permit and/or other issues and respond promptly
Record building permit information into JD Edwards (JDE) to maintain the construction scheduling software
Ability to work with Marketing and Sales team for sign and model permits
Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Provide administrative operational support as needed
Assist in other departments as needed
Regular and reliable attendance
Additional duties as assigned