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Estimator

D.R. Horton, Inc.

Austin, TXJobSeen 4w ago

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Austin, TX
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Associate's degreeValid Driver’s License

Job overview

D.R. Horton, Inc. is hiring an Estimator. D.R. Horton, Inc. is seeking an Estimator to analyze blueprints, specifications, and proposals to develop time, cost, material, and labor estimates for residential construction projects, while maintaining databases, processing purchase orders, and supporting cost negotiations.

Key focus areas include Perform quantity take‑offs to prepare detailed estimates based on drawings and specifications, Review Invitation to Bid (ITB) to qualify project scope, and Interpret architectural drawings and specifications to determine requirements.

Important skills include Quantity Takeoffs, Blueprint Interpretation, Cost Estimation, Vendor Management, MS Office, and Email. Preferred (not required): Blue Beam, Effective Communication, and Multiple Deadline Management.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Quantity TakeoffsBlueprint InterpretationCost EstimationVendor ManagementMS OfficeEmailBlue BeamEffective CommunicationMultiple Deadline Management

Qualifications

Associate Degree or EquivalentTwo to Four Years Residential Construction ExperienceValid Driver’s LicenseVehicle RequiredBachelor’s Degree Preferred

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

*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 atwww.drhorton.comfor more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc.is currently looking for anEstimator. The right candidate will Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, material, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services.

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • 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

Education and/or Experience

  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • 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

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401(K)
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
  • Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits*//*

/Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeopleToo/

Job: *Administrative

Organization: *Home Builder

Title: Estimator

Location: TX-Austin

Requisition ID: 2603883

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