Position: Estimator

Location: Denver, CO

Responsibilities and Duties:

The primary focus of this position is to ensure Oakwood has the most accurate plan takeoffs and bid analysis in the Colorado Springs market.

• Field verifies material quantities delivered from suppliers
• Improve our job costing accuracy and reduce variances
• Provide consistent and reliable information to the Estimating Director in the form of opportunities identification, analysis, and reporting

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Qualifications:

The Estimator position requires an individual who is organized, professional, self-motivated and has demonstrated the ability to be highly adaptable. The incumbent must be a team player with a positive attitude who strives for continuous improvement.

• Must be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications with strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Must be detail oriented and be able to multi-task
• Must be effective at prioritizing
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills
• High degree of character and integrity
• Exemplifies high degree of resourcefulness

Results:

• Comprehensive take-offs, unit pricing, turn-key costs and base house and key option costs for new and existing communities
• Job costing is accurate, analyzed, and complete
• Variances are fully explained, minimized, and used to drive change going forward
• Maximum profitability is achieved through value engineering and partnering with Product Development and Construction

Education and Experience:

• Experience in Construction, Estimating or another related area

Who We Are:

Oakwood Homes pioneers new standards for livable luxury. We innovate through purposeful and efficient design, always using local materials, manufacturers, and resources. We also provide an engaging yet straightforward homebuying experience that’s unmatched in the industry. Our mission is simple: to create luxury homes that are accessible and personable at every budget – for homebuyers in every stage of life. Explore why people are choosing Oakwood; from our design centers and energy efficiencies to preferred lenders and insurance partnerships.

Compensation:

Salary Range:  $50,000 to $65,000 annually

Job Type: Full Time

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