[Hiring] National Regional Estimating Manager @Taylor Morrison

Role Description

The Estimating Manager is responsible to provide direct oversight to a team of estimating staff and processes in order to provide accurate takeoffs for all construction building plans. Performs duties under general direction and provides leadership to others engaged in the analysis of blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation. The Estimating Manager prepares time, cost and labor estimates applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles or processes. Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bids, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness. Consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Is an expert level resource on the estimating team providing guidance to a team of Estimators. Leads projects and supervises the work of others.

This role is open to candidates residing in the following states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Nevada, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Washington.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3+ years’ experience estimating in new home construction operations
• 7+ years estimating in new home construction, including some experience in On Screen Takeoff Software, AutoCAD, Timberline Microsoft Outlook, and Excel is preferred
• Prior supervisory experience is preferred
• Project management skills
• Must be able to plan and organize workload appropriately to meet deadlines
• Strong customer focus and service skills
• Strong project management capabilities and process focus
• Understanding of estimating process, pricing, building cost and takeoff procedures
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, changing environment
• Detail oriented with problem-solving abilities
• Strong computer skills

Requirements

• Leads the estimating team
• Leads the production and maintenance of accurate materials takeoffs for all plans built
• Assist in the analysis of new plans to identify potential issues and/or cost saving opportunities
• Maintain standards of material usage
• Conduct prototype walks on all frames of new plans built and report any corrections to purchasing through takeoff revision process
• Foster and develop relationships with Construction Managers, Architectural Team, Lumber Suppliers and Engineers
• Conduct field inspections on a regular basis (at least twice monthly) to ensure accuracy of materials
• Ensure builders utilize takeoff revision process; validation of any request for change prior to implementation
• Research actual job cost overages or extra purchase orders as needed
• Provide support to builders in field through field inspections and takeoff research
• Research new products and assist Purchasing Manager in determining products to be used
• Interface with IT department on special projects relating to bidding and cost maintenance projects
• Develop and maintain databases for estimating software
• Identify and communicate any issues with plans and layouts to Purchasing leadership and/or Architectural Services Manager
• Work closely with Starts Department to ensure floor plans incorporating any recent plan changes or buyer specific custom plans are sent to City and Field Operations
• Supervises assigned staff, delegates work assignments, approves employee work schedules, time off and payroll
• Provides training, direction, guidance and coaching
• Responsible for performance management, discipline and in partnership with others, hiring and firing decisions
• Work as liaison with framing engineers and truss companies to maintain structural and cost effective designs
• Provide relief support to the team as needed, performing the duties of an estimator
• Write trade specific standards to articulate the estimating methodology used
• You are willing to perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Health Care - Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Matching Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Programs
• Employee & Dependent Life Insurance
• Vacation & Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Home Purchase Rebate Program
• Home Mortgage Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)