What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent / Estimator position at Metric Geo?
Purchasing Agent / Estimator
Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI
Compensation: Competitive salary annual bonus yearly salary reviews
About the Role
A well-established homebuilder in Southeast Michigan is hiring a Purchasing Agent / Estimator to help streamline purchasing and estimating operations. If you know how homes are built and have a background in estimating, purchasing, or construction management, this is a great opportunity to join a strong, well-structured team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage purchasing and estimating tasks to ensure accurate costs.
- Work closely with trades, suppliers, and the construction team.
- Utilize Newstar software to track and streamline purchasing.
- Contribute to budgeting and cost control efforts.
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships.
Qualifications & Experience
- Must understand home construction - either through 5-8 years in the field, a Construction Management degree, or 7 years as an estimator.
- Strong computer skills and experience with construction software (Newstar is a plus).
- Detail-oriented, highly organized, and strong in negotiations.
- A team player with solid communication skills.
Why Join Us?
- Supportive, team-first culture with low turnover.
- No micromanagement - take ownership of your role.
- State-of-the-art financial and project management systems.
- Growth opportunities - invest in employees.
- Well-structured team that values efficiency and collaboration.
How to Apply
Send your resume to Gabi.Cohen@metric-search.com or apply through this post.
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