Purchasing Estimator - Lennar Homes

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As one of the nation’s largest builders, Lennar has built over one million new homes for families across America. Since 1954, our communities have catered to all lifestyles and family dynamics, whether you are a first-time or move-up buyer, multi-generational family, or active adult.

At Lennar, Everything’s Included in our homes, and Everyone’s Included on our team.  Our Everyone’s Included vision is to be as inclusive and diverse as the communities we build unleashing the power of diversity within our workforce to drive innovation & sustainable growth. 

Purchasing Estimator:

Lennar is seeking a Purchasing Estimator responsible for managing all activities involved with creating and maintaining material take-offs.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Estimate materials for new plans.
• Create and maintain accurate material take-offs.
• Monitor material usage in the field for overages/shortages to update/correct material take-offs.
• Record and analyze take-off data through Microsoft Excel.
• Assist Division team with plan value engineering.
• Maintain Division’s insurance compliance.
• Update/Correct purchase order issues.
• Complete required forms by the Regional Operations Center (ROC).
• Maintain vendor files and contracts.
• Prepare bid requests for new/existing plans.
• Assist in evaluating new bid proposals.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 2 years experience in purchasing and estimating required
• Ability to read and understand residential blue prints.
• Efficient with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, JD Edwards, and other software systems.
• Knowledge of all construction practices nation-wide.
• Ability to perform several tasks efficiently under tight deadlines.
• Detail oriented, energetic, and hard-working personality.
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
• Valid Auto Insurance Coverage

Contacts

Daily interaction with various division personnel, outside agencies, business partners, and consultants.

Physical Requirements

This is primarily a sedentary office position which requires the ability to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, lift, move, and carry office supplies weighing twenty-five (25) pounds or less. Finger dexterity is required to operate computer keyboard, calculator, and telephone equipment. Ability to operate a motor vehicle.

This description outlines the basic tasks and requirements for the position noted. It is not a comprehensive listing of all job duties of the associates.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Life at Lennar!

Lennar recognizes our associates are the heart of the company’s success. Learn new skills, build your path, and become an integral part of the Lennar Family.

When You Join:

• Health Insurance - Medical, Dental & Vision
• Vacation – 3 weeks of vacation per year to start
• Holidays, Sick Leave, & Personal Days
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Paid Maternity & Bonding Leave
• New Hire Referral Bonus Program
• Product Purchase Discount for Associates
• Associate Assistance Plan
• Everyone’s Included Day - In the spirit of inclusion, diversity, and caring for our community, Lennar encourages our Associates to take a day to connect, reflect and inspire those around us, in a way that is uniquely important to you. 
• And More!

Lennar is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

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