Estimator
- Schenectady, NY, United States
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- English
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Original job description
Good Life Begins With A Good Company.
Champion Home Builders, Inc. wants YOU! We are seeking to hire an Estimator to join our Construction Services Division in the New York region.
WHAT DO WE OFFER?
· 401k Plan with Company Match
· Paid Vacation
· Paid Holidays
· Medical
· Rx
· Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
WHO IS CHAMPION HOME BUILDERS, INC.?
For decades, Champion has served as a leader in the manufactured housing industry and one of the largest mobile and modular home builders in North America. Champion offers many factory-built solutions, from single-family and multi-family homes to commercial and government buildings. Our manufactured homes, modular homes, mobile homes, park models, and commercial modular buildings can be found throughout the United States and western Canada.
Throughout the organization, we act with integrity and respect. We take pride in our craftsmanship and build strong relationships with our customers, suppliers, and our employees. We know that we would not be successful without our team. In return for hard work and dedication, our goal is to provide a safe, productive, and enjoyable workplace for every employee.
Summary:
Champion Home Builders is a leader in off-site construction, offering customers solutions from single-family homes to large-scale commercial buildings - all built in a controlled factory setting and then assembled on-site. Champion is seeking an experienced and reliable construction professional to join and provide leadership to the team. The Estimator will be responsible for estimating and preparing proposals for projects related to the set and trim-out of HUD homes. This position will report directly to the Director of Operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of this position are outlined below. Other duties may be assigned.
- Work as a dotted-line connection to the Project Manager(s) and Project Superintendents.
- Develop estimates and proposals for our customers, communicate as needed, and coordinate proper sign-offs.
- Call on the retailer/builders to develop working relationships and market services.
- Develop estimates for the cost of services and create proposals with documents for contract execution.
- The Estimates will be developed using our current proposal tools for both company employee-performed services and subcontractor-performed services.
- Review and vet subcontractor estimate and proposal, negotiate as needed and coordinate their details into our Proposals to be sure scopes of work are clear and concise for our customers to review and sign for approval.
- Build and maintain market analysis to gain intimate knowledge of market conditions for CCS
- Perform any other duties as requested.
Qualifications:
- Ability to properly manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills to demonstrate and convey a thorough understanding of the entire development process.
- Must possess a strong knowledge of Word, Excel, Microsoft Project, and be able to develop accurate budget reports, spreadsheets, correspondence, schedules, and other reporting as required.
- Verbal and written communication skills to audiences both inside and outside the company.
- Strong leadership and follow-up skills, with a "hands-on" approach to completing all projects in a timely and efficient manner.
- Must possess confidence and enthusiasm to network and promote services.
Education and/or Experience:
Five or more years of directly related experience and/or training; related 2-year degree from an accredited university or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
ACHIEVE YOUR DREAMS WITH US AND APPLY NOW!
EEO Statement
Champion Home Builders is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Champion Home Builders participates in the E-Verify Program.
Pay Transparency Statement
Champion Home Builders, Inc. publishes pay ranges in compliance with applicable law. Published pay ranges are not a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee and may not be reflective of actual compensation earned. Pay rates are dependent upon experience, education, and other factors. The company may provide additional monetary and nonmonetary compensation such as benefits and/or bonus plans for some, but not all positions.
Background check and Drug Screen are required
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Skills
- Estimating
- Market analysis
- Communication skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Project
- Reporting
- Leadership