Purchasing Estimator

Job Description

The Colorado Springs Purchasing Team at David Weekley Homes is looking for an experienced Estimator who will share their knowledge and learn new skills in a fun, intense and challenging environment.

While experience is appreciated, the ability to learn and apply new systems is equally important if not more so.

If you can appreciate the usefulness of a good To-Do list, if pivot tables are your jam, and if you believe a well-thought-out comparison chart is a thing of beauty, then there is a good chance you are a good fit for this position.

Job Responsibilities Include :

• Develop and maintain accurate plan budgets, analyze reports related to estimating activities, and track status of assigned projects.
• Manage all aspects of the bid coordination process, including blueprint validation, bid request preparation, research and cost comparison reporting.
• Maintain master job cost files and convert material lists and cost estimates to database.
• Coordinate the flow of information among suppliers, vendors, purchasing staff, builders & DWH computer systems.
• Generate price pro-forma and other financial reporting for all communities.
• Field visits for takeoff validations
• Interact directly with builders, internal sales personnel, and suppliers
• Provide generalized service support for internal customers.

You need to have or know :

• Experience in Estimating or knowledge of construction and understanding blueprints is required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel preferred
• Solid mathematical and analytical skills
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Ability to work independently for long periods while supporting and contributing to your team
• Initiative to drive required activities to completion in a timely manner
• JD Edwards or other database system knowledge is a plus
• Autodesk Design Review and estimating software experience is a plus

The Candidate- We are looking for :

• A good fit with our team. We need someone the team can trust, rely on, hang out with, bounce ideas off of, and generally interact with in a positive way both personally and professionally.
• An incredibly hard worker. You reliably see tasks through to the end, without supervision, and ask for more. You know when to ask for help and you give bad news early.
• Super focused. You have the ability to work through complex problems and large amounts of data while staying focused on the team’s goals.
• A superior communicator. You effectively explain concepts and processes, written and verbally, to peers and customers.
• An efficient and accurate planner. You know where you want to be in two weeks and know how to get there. However, your day won’t be ruined if an unexpected task pops up.

Pay Range : $70,000-90,000 plus bonus incentives

Come and join our winning team that has been recognized by Fortune Magazine as one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For," 17 times! We are looking for people with enthusiastic attitudes and a strong work ethic to share in our success.

We offer a great team environment and an excellent benefits package that includes :

• Health Insurance - Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k and discretionary 8% match; Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Profit Sharing
• Vacation, Paid Holidays & PTO
• New Home Discount for Team Member & Family
• Team Member Product Discount
• Community Outreach
• Sabbaticals
• And More!
30+ days ago