Operations Coordinator

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. More people choose D.R. Horton than any other builder; and as America’s Builder, we focus on providing high-quality homes designed for all. D.R. Horton also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at more information!

Our teams create memorable experiences for our customers and each other! While we are in the business of building homes, #WeBuildPeopleToo; and our people are at the center of every decision. Are you ready to experience the D.R. Horton difference?

About the position:

We are currently seeking an Operations Coordinator for our growing Birmingham/Tuscaloosa division!

The Operations Coordinator role is new to the division and will be an integral part of the Ops Team providing administrative support to our Construction and Purchasing teams. The person in this role is responsible for communicating with various partners such as internal departments, municipalities, and HOAs as well as maintaining field files, construction schedules, and permits.

Our ideal candidate has an administratively focused background; has superb attention to detail; is comfortable completing tasks that follow strict timelines; and thrives while solving problems.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate with consultants, developers, and HOA management companies to ensure timely plan approval submissions

• Organize and maintain all lot start process documents and partner with Starts Team to upload and release construction schedules; prepare field files, lot signage, and permits for monthly starts schedule

• Prepare permitting files, subcontractor list, and serve as backup for Permit Coordinator as needed

• Monitor water meters for multiple communities

• Serve as a liaison between HOAs and Division; communicate all HOA information to Sales, DHI Mortgage, and DHI Title

• Coordinate HOA set up, including management company bid process, architecture request review, developing maintenance schedule, and any necessary follow-up

• Other duties as assigned

Competencies

• *Time management:*Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, remain organized, and focused on work; as well as maintain accuracy and high attention to detail in fast-paced environment

• *Communication:*Demonstrated ability to interact respectfully with all customers and colleagues. Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills are essential along with the ability to listen intently to others

• *Customer Service:*Passion for delivering exemplary service. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers. You should also be collaborative and exhibit a positive attitude toward your work and colleagues

• **Problem-solving:**Identifies and resolves problems by gathering and analyzing information; develops alternative solutions when needed; ability to create systematic approaches to carrying out tasks independently

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• 2 years of directly related administrative experience or equivalent training

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, email, and other similar programs

• Ability to work overtime as needed

• Possess valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 or more years of directly related experience; previous/experience in construction industry is highly desired/

• Bachelor’s degree from a 4-year college or university;/Construction Management, Supply Chain, or related field of study is highly desired/

• Experience working with JD Edwards

• Bilingual is preferred

Working environment:

Operations Coordinators generally work in a typical office environment with moderate noise levels. Candidates should be comfortable frequently communicating with the public and colleagues face-to-face, over the phone, or through electronic means. Candidates should be able to sit for the majority of an 8-hour work-day as well as possess the ability to traverse across the office; use hands to handle or feel objects and reach; possess close and peripheral vision; and be able to speak and hear. Candidates may lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

D.R. Horton offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401(k)

• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time, and Company Holidays

• Life Insurance

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

/Note: Statements included in this description are intended to reflect in general, the duties and responsibilities of this position and are not to be interpreted as being all-inclusive./

Job: * Operations

Organization: * Home Builder

Title: Operations Coordinator

Location: AL-Hoover

Requisition ID: 2603352