Estimator

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Job Summary

The Estimator develops and manages cost, and quantity estimates for residential projects using 2D/3D drafted CAD plans as well as advanced estimating techniques and strategies. This role collaborates with internal teams and trade partners to ensure precise material quantities and cost projections. The Estimator serves as a subject matter expert, collaborating with cross-functional teams and guiding value engineering and field verification strategies.

This position requires onsite attendance 5 days per week at our Division Office located in Bloomington, Minnesota.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Complete cost and quantity estimate for residential products using 2D and 3D models, employing comparative and differential estimating techniques.

• Develop committed quantity and cost estimates for new product development and non-standard options, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project goals.

• Create whole-house estimates, including base plans, elevations, and options, while ensuring consistency with company standards.

• Provide QA oversight of construction documents to ensure plans are accurate, meet standards, and support material quantity generation.

• Create takeoff framework for SKUs and options to optimize experience for internal stakeholders, trade partners, and customers.

• Conduct field audits and verifications, validating estimates through on-site inspections and ensuring accurate quantities.

• Create framework and maintain estimating databases and systems, ensuring data accuracy and usability across multiple projects.

• Manage project timelines in accordance with community startup schedules.

• Provide completed estimates and recommendations to procurement agents and category managers for decision-making and process execution.

• Guide the value engineering process, contributing alternative material choices to improve customer satisfaction, cost savings, or construction efficiency.

• Communicate project schedules, progress updates, and deliverables with leadership and stakeholders, ensuring on-time completion of assigned tasks.

• Ensure compliance with company-wide estimating processes, standards, and supplier management practices.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Career Level (P3)

Organizational Impact:

• Works to achieve day-to-day objectives with significant impact on operational results within area of work.

• Works independently under limited supervision. May be responsible for entire projects or processes within area.

• Typically responsible for coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals.

Leadership & Talent Management: 

• May be responsible for providing guidance, coaching and training to other employees within functional area.

• May manage projects at this level, requiring responsibility for the delegation of work and the review of others' work product.

Knowledge & Experience: 

• Requires broad knowledge of area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.

• May have practical knowledge of program or project management.

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.

• Typically requires a University degree or equivalent experience and minimum 4-6 years of prior relevant experience.

Required Skills

• Foundational proficiency in estimating techniques and tools, including 2D/3D CAD modeling systems and comparative/differential methods.

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail to ensure accurate cost and quantity projections.

• Experience in field verification processes to validate material quantities and ensure alignment with construction documents.

• Excellent organizational skills to manage project schedules and deliver estimates on time.

• Effective communication and collaboration skills to coordinate with internal teams, trade partners, and procurement personnel.

• Knowledge of residential construction materials, processes, and best practices.

• Ability to work in both office and on-site environments, adapting to project requirements and deadlines.

• Familiarity with estimating databases and software tools, ensuring effective data management and utilization.

Required Licensing, Registration and/or Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License because driving is an essential function of this position.

Physical Requirements:

• Not applicable

Pay Information:

$84,000 - $94,000 annually

Hired applicant will be eligible to receive an annual bonus based on successful completion of defined performance objectives.

General Description of Benefits

Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Plan. Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. Employees are covered by company-paid disability and basic life insurance. Voluntary insurance coverage options, including critical illness and hospital indemnity, are also available. In addition, the Company offers an Employee Assistance Program and tuition reimbursement (as applicable). In addition to up to 9 paid company holidays per year, employees with less than 10 years of service are eligible for up to 23 paid days off and employees with 10 or more years of service are eligible for up to 28 paid days off. Note that all Sales Consultants, except those in CA, are not eligible for paid time off, but receive the equivalent days in unpaid time off and 8 paid sales holidays. Employees should consult with their local Human Resources Representative to discuss the composition of their available time off, which may differ based on work location and paid sick time eligibility.

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