Purchasing Estimator

Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for homeowners, communities, and associates by building quality homes and providing exceptional customer service.

About the role

The Purchasing Estimator is responsible for all aspects of take-offs, including verification of take-off change requests. The Estimator assists in the review, verification, and elimination of material EPO requests and performs cost analysis recommendations on proposed plan changes.

Responsibilities

• Create material take-offs for all existing, new, and revised plans (initial need is for framing category).
• Maintain the take-offs of all active plans.
• Interact with Purchasing and Operations departments to verify take-off change requests.
• Interact with architect/engineering consultants regarding plan changes impacting take-offs.
• Analyze plans for cost analysis recommendations and research cost of proposed design ideas.
• Assist in the review of material EPO requests to ensure accordance with take-offs and scopes of work, and eliminate the need for material EPOs.
• Complete take-offs as needed due to special projects and specification changes.
• Field verification of actual quantities vs. quantity take-offs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of residential construction/architecture experience required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree preferred.
• Full understanding of residential construction, architectural, structural, and MEP design required.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel spreadsheets and formulas for financial modeling.
• Ability to work with JD Edwards, Build Pro, and other proprietary software.
• Professionally perform multiple, detail-oriented tasks with simultaneous deadlines.
• Strong writing and organization skills.
• Strong work ethic, integrity, and loyalty.
• Team player with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Initiative and ability to achieve objectives with minimal supervision.
• Detail-oriented and a problem solver able to deal with complex situations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to interact well with co-workers.
• Understand and follow work rules and procedures.
• Accept constructive feedback.

Physical & Office/Site Presence Requirements

• Regular, in-person attendance at Company communities/job sites and offices during regular work hours is an essential function of this job.
• Ability to work more than eight hours per day in the confined quarters of a construction trailer.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, read plans, climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move, and/or carry equipment which may be in excess of 50 pounds.
• Job may require occasional operation of construction equipment.
• Finger dexterity may be required to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Benefits

• Robust health insurance plans, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a $1 for $1 Company Match up to 5%.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Associate Assistance Plan.
• Education Assistance Program.
• Up to $30,000 in Adoption Assistance.
• Up to three weeks of vacation annually from the moment of hire.
• Generous Holiday, Sick Leave, and Personal Day policies.
• New Hire Referral Bonus Program.
• Significant Home Purchase Discounts.
• Everyone’s Included Day.