Residential Estimator & Purchasing Coordinator

Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepares bid packages and submits to current trade partners, as well as prospective trade partnersPrepares take-offs for materials needed (lumber, trim, roofing, siding, etc…)Conducts field visits to verify material ordered is not being wastedAssists Purchasing Manager with new community set up in Newstar (Purchasing software)Releases job start packagesProcesses change ordersProcesses variance purchase ordersActs as a liaison between Charleston Division & Product Development to ensure the division has the most current blueprints on file as well as all of our Trade PartnersWorks with the Purchasing Manager and Community Builders to maintain scopes of workManages the Trade Partner contract files (ensuring current pricing , scope of work, contract, etc… is signed by all Trades)Other duties as apparent or assignedKnowledge and SkillsProficiency in MS Office software applications, i.e. MS ExcelMust have previous experience in purchasing softwareKnowledge of Newstar purchasing software is a plusDetail oriented and organizedAbility to multi-task and establish prioritiesKnowledge of new home construction process is requiredEducation and Work ExperienceHigh School Diploma required, college degree preferred OR2-4 years of residential homebuilding or estimating experience OREquivalent combination of education and/or work experience #J-18808-Ljbffr DRB Homes