What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Estimating Manager (NEW HOMES Gallatin/Nashville areas) position at Goodall Homes?
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GENERAL FUNCTION:
Under the leadership of the VP of Purchasing, the Estimating Manager manages the support resources to maximize construction efficiency and corporate profitability. This position controls and reduces direct construction costs, participates in new home design meetings, and assists in the recruitment and management of reliable trade partners and suppliers.
This position will take ultimate responsibility for all functions within the estimating function which include but are not limited to the following:
ESTIMATING:
o Maintain plans, options and pricing components of estimating and purchasing databases.
o Oversees preparation of purchase orders and construction start packages.
o VPO approval and monitoring improvement process.
o Maintain a cost variance analysis and reduction program.
o Participate in correction of design problems to minimize budget variances, reduce costs and avoid repetitive mistakes.
o Maintain accurate standard specifications and scopes of work for each Trade Partner.
o Perform accurate estimates for all home series, plans, and options.
o Support the setup team by providing necessary takeoff data.
o Manage and review all VPOs related to assigned cost codes.
o Conduct field visits to verify estimate accuracy.
o Communicate estimate and product changes to sales, construction teams, and trade partners while coordinating necessary pricing adjustments.
o Investigate and resolve product or pricing discrepancies.
o Conduct cost analysis on current products, product modifications, and future product changes.
o Oversee the review and analysis of Heibar (internal lumber company) lumber bids.
o Assist in ensuring accuracy in quantity and pricing across other cost codes as needed.
o Participate in special projects and assignments as required.
Skills & Competencies:
o Proficiency in procurement software and construction management systems (i.e. KOVA, JD Edwards, or similar platforms).
o Excellent analytical and cost analysis abilities.
o Ability to read and interpret blueprints, scopes of work, and construction specifications.
o Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
o Excellent communication and relationship-building skills to coordinator with vendors, trade partners, and internal teams.
o Problem-solving mindset with a focus on cost efficiency and quality control.
PREREQUISITES FOR SUCCESS:
- 5 years minimum in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably in residential construction environments.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred)
- Experience with management of residential estimating.
- Knowledge of residential homebuilding materials, trade partners, and construction processes.
- Proficient with personal computer, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word.
- Ability to analyze job cost variance data and take corrective actions.
- Organizational aptitude to manage the pre-construction job package routing and processing.
- Computer aptitude and willingness to learn to process needed data and to communicate via letters, etc.
- Must have understanding and willingness to take direct personnel actions re: non-performing trade contractors from time to time.
- A willingness to handle accounts payable issues with vendors when necessary.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:
REPORTS TO: VP of Purchasing
WORKS WITH: Purchasing Team, Area Managers, Sales, VP of Operations, Trade Partners, Suppliers, Accounting Staff, and Office Support Staff.
SUPERVISES: NA
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Gallatin, TN 37066 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gallatin, TN 37066: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
