Job Title: Residential Construction Estimator
Department: Corporate
Divisions: Custom Division
Markets: All
Reports to: Estimating Manager
General Summary: Understand the Manuel Builders product, scope, and margin strategy per market. Utilize the knowledge and tools available to estimate hard bids conceptually prior to sale and generate timely and accurate purchase orders to release into production. Bridge the information gap between sales, design and production departments per project.
KPIs (Key Performance Indicators):
Conceptual Accuracy – Complete bids and change orders in a timely manner and within 2% of cost to control GPMPO Accuracy – Create and release purchase orders in a timeline manner with an average variance of < .5%Gross Margin – Estimate jobs and options to yield GPM Goals +/- 1% of the targetSystem utilization – Contribute to the build-out and implementation of software and systems that result in accurate costs and purchase orders, including integration of base plans and options into a scalable systemFeedback loop – Implement real time feedback into the conceptual documents based on our understanding of costs at the time of production release.Typical Job Responsibilities
Purchase Orders
Administer accurate Purchase Orders to vendors and suppliers utilizing the systems available to deliver them within the specified timeframeRefine takeoff processes through ongoing communication with field personnel to keep cost slippage to a minimumProactively review variances for the department to draw conclusions on where timely and strategic takeoff improvements can be madeUnderstand the overall process for completing purchase orders and budgetsIdentify gaps within the department where additional skills training are neededContinually give feedback to close the loop on GPM slippage from sale to handoff due to either rising costs or misunderstood costsConceptual Estimating
Price out bids for day to day residential client work on budgeted deadlinesUnderstand the overall building process, terms, techniques and procedures to produce accurate bids per projectInput, estimate and update present bidding documents for future bidsReview bid requirements thoroughly and ask follow-up questions on every bidCommunicate effectively between sales, design, interior design and production departmentsRemain flexible to bid out “on demand” items for customers who are ready to purchase with immediate adjustments (communicated from sales team while in meetings)Review GPM of all jobs at time of handoff to verify desired target is achievedSuggest changes to either understanding of cost or margin strategy improve GPM of the company within the target rangeOther duties as assigned by managementBasic Qualifications
High school education or equivalent3-5 years construction or residential building experience, preferably new home construction, AND/OR 3-5 years of estimating experienceMUST know Microsoft Excel and Outlook proficiently
Physical demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.Technical knowledge and skills
Residential construction methods and meansUnderstand assemblies and product information as it relates to estimating costsEstimating
General assessment skills
Must have excellent critical thinking skillsHigh attention to detailMust be proficient in mathematicsAbility to read and understand architectural drawingsMust be a great listenerMust have excellent interpretation skillsSelf-starter and self-organizerAble to take tasks to completion with expected timelines with minimal supervisionAble to work on multiple tasks with accuracyHigh levels of consistencyAlways looking for a better wayExudes honesty and integrity within a professional imageDemeanor is steady and consistentPresents Manuel Builders in best possible lightExcellent written and verbal communication skillsWork environment and schedule:
Normal business hours: Monday - Thursday (7 am – 5 pm); Friday (7 am – 12 pm)Periodic night and weekend work may be necessary Read LessJob Title: Construction Manager
Department: Production
Business Unit: Custom Division
Markets: Lake Charles
Reports to: Division President
General Summary: Lead superintendents and subcontractors to deliver homes in all markets with the highest possible quality, on schedule, within budget, per specification and with highest possible customer service and satisfaction
KPIs (Key Performance Indicators):
1. Budget – establish rhythm for regular margin review and ensure homes are delivered within budget
2. Scheduling – establish and execute skills and tactics to complete homes in goal schedule
3. Customer Satisfaction – customer satisfaction of greater than 85%; resolve homeowner conflict
4. Processes/Effectiveness – develop and ensure all processes and procedures are followed during construction and interactions
Budget
· Deliver homes in all markets on budget or under budget
· Monitor job budgets through review and VPOs, addressing issues to ensure VPOs remain below 1%
· Hold team accountable for VPOs and price negotiation in field
· Educate and hold superintendents accountable regarding trade pricing, creative field solutions and POs/VPOs
Scheduling
· Deliver homes on schedule or ahead of schedule
· Update job progress using the scheduling software
· Schedule and complete walk throughs within one week and obtain customer approval
· Inspect all phases and supplies through construction schedule
· Motivate, coordinate, direct and schedule subcontractors and suppliers to achieve the level of quality and top performance required to meet company objectives
Customer Satisfaction
· Actively develop a healthy customer-builder relationship
· Regularly update customers on home progress and set expectations
· In customer interactions, display awareness of construction detail to ensure delivery of homes that meet customer expectations
· Work in cooperative ways with customers or realtors, solving, anticipating and preventing problems
Processes/Effectiveness
· Learn and follow checklists for inspections, quality control and standard operating procedures
· Maintain a clean site with adequate and professionally represented “on site” construction facilities
· Comply with all governmental regulations related to the construction of homes within a respective jurisdiction
· Build high quality homes through the management of and relationships with trade partners that are compelled to comply with contracts for service
Basic Qualifications
· High school education or equivalent
· 3-5 years construction or residential building experience, preferably new home construction
Physical demands
· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, feel, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
· The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Technical knowledge and skills
· Stays up to date on the basic concepts and methods used by trade partners including framing, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC
· Is knowledgeable of all governmental regulations related to the development of land or construction of homes within a respective jurisdiction
General assessment skills
· Offers suggestions and/or ideas for change in a respectful and knowledgeable manner
· Exudes honesty and integrity within a professional image
· Demeanor is steady and consistent
· Presents Manuel Builders in best possible light
· Obtains and passes on relevant information to others who should know
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Must be professional and polished in appearance and speech
Work environment and schedule:
· Normal business hours: Monday - Thursday (7 am – 5 pm); Friday (7 am – 12 pm)
· Periodic night and weekend work may be necessary
· Serves all markets in the Company
· Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by management
