Cost Estimator

About Us

Drees Homes is a family-owned home builder with a passion for making custom homes easy. For over 95 years, we have cared for our employees and customers, ranking as the 19th largest privately-owned builder in the country with a history of long-tenured employees. We are proud to be named a U.S. Best Managed Company in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025, a program sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, and to be officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the last three years. Headquartered in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky, Drees operates in twelve metropolitan areas: Greater Cincinnati (including Northern Kentucky), Cleveland, and Columbus, Ohio; Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio, Texas; Indianapolis, Indiana; Jacksonville, Florida; Nashville, Tennessee; Raleigh, North Carolina; and Washington, D.C.

About the Role

We are looking for a Cost Estimator in our Midwest Region. This entry-level position is responsible for performing all activities associated with costing, estimating, pricing, maintenance of estimating-related programs, and cost analysis of residential homes. We're seeking process-oriented individuals and are willing to train the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed estimates and purchase orders for all product in a timely manner while ensuring accuracy
• Utilize estimating software to verify take-offs and resolve disputes
• Update and maintain bid pricing from all vendors
• Work closely with vendors/subcontractors to enhance effective communication and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Obtain permits prior to releasing homes to construction and create and maintain good working relationships with all municipalities
• Create and distribute job packets to the field upon completion of job estimates
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Strong computer skills including Excel (experience with On Screen Take Off and BlueBeam is a plus)
• Analytical, detail-minded, team-oriented, autonomous, confident, and a good communicator (internal and external customers)
• Experience in Construction Management, Construction Technology, Accounting, or related field of study (preferred)
• Ability to read bid sets, architectural plans, and construct cost estimates (preferred)
• Experience conducting bid analysis (a plus)
• A visual learner with strong organizational skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• A problem solver who can take ownership of projects
• Experience in a construction-related capacity (preferred)
• Homebuilder estimating experience (a plus)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, AD&D, and critical illness insurance
• Wellness rewards
• 401(k) savings plan with profit sharing
• Paid time off increasing with tenure
• Tuition reimbursement
• Long and short-term disability and parental leave
• Employee discount program on the purchase of a Drees Home
• Employee Assistance Program

Excellent salary and bonus potential.