Residential Construction Estimator

Greenland Homes, a division of Absolute Group, is an employee-owned residential home builder in the Des Moines area looking to bring on a full-time Construction Estimator.  As one of the area's largest builders we look forward to the addition of a talented member of our business family.  Principal Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain fluid cost lists for various house plans
• Revise plan and option pricing due to changing circumstances or development requirements
• Input cost and product specific information into builders' software system
• Schedule purchasing of some products to ensure availability
• Ensure invoice accuracy
• Coordinate with inside staff on costs, questions, product information being input into builder software.
• Maintain current vendor relationships while cultivating positive and productive new ones
• Communicate with outside staff for plan pricing and product modifications.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of new home construction processes and materials used
• Proficient with Microsoft suite applications and strong computer skills
• Familiarity with MarkSystems or other builder software a plus
• Ability to demonstrate positive, confident, and respectful traits with a team-oriented attitude
• Accurate blueprint reading skills
• Strong mathematical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Be a self-starter and finisher
• Must have effective verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual a plus
• Ability to excel and thrive in a dynamic environment
• Commitment and adhere to the AG Core Values (Dependable, Driven, Fearless, Respectful, Family)

The Absolute Group DifferenceAbsolute Group prides itself in its company core values, and we like to think it’s one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest of the field. Our team is Driven, taking on each task with a “can-do” attitude and always putting our People First, whether that’s who we’re working with day-to-day or the employees that keep our company up and running. We’re nothing without our customers, our team, our families, even our competitors, and remembering this is key to keeping us Respectful and Humble in all that we do. We’re Determined to be Dependable, to be relied on, and we don’t stop until the job is done. And, of course, we’re thinkers. It’s our Fearless Forward-Thinking that saves us time and money and keeps us up with the times.Hard Work Pays OffWhen you work hard for us, we work hard for you. And that’s exactly why we offer the most competitive benefits package the construction industry has to offer. As an Absolute Group employee, you will receive:

• Competitive pay
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) 
• 401(k) 
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance coverage
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Short-term and Long-term insurance coverages
• Family-focused environment
• Company-sponsored outings and events

Absolute Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

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