Purchasing/Estimating Coordinator

Overview

Coordinate purchasing and estimating tasks, handling take‑offs, cost data, and cross‑team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• material takeoffs
• system customization
• cost analysis
• process improvement
• discrepancy resolution
• bid coordination

Tasks

The Purchasing / Estimating Coordinator supports the division’s purchasing and estimating operations by preparing accurate material take-offs, maintaining cost data, coordinating bids, and ensuring all construction-related information is consistent across departments. -Collaborate with Construction and Architecture on plan changes, product selections, and cost updates. -Maintain and customize purchasing and estimating systems (BuildPro, SupplyPro, NEWSTAR experience preferred). -Support process improvement initiatives to increase accuracy, communication, and workflow efficiency. -Partner cross-functionally with Purchasing, Construction, Land, Permitting, and Plan Architecture to enhance efficiency and consistency. -Participate in field frame walks to confirm accuracy of take-offs and materials used. -Identify and resolve discrepancies in purchase orders and take-offs. -Prepare detailed material take-offs and verify quantities for new and existing product categories. -Analyze cost data and provide insights to improve budgeting and accuracy.

Requirements

• excel
• newstar
• buildpro
• supplypro
• bachelor's
• 3+ years

What You Bring

-Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables required). -Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. -Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. -Bachelor’s degree in construction management, procurement, building sciences, or a related field preferred. -Minimum 3+ years of residential or commercial construction experience. -Experience with NEWSTAR, BuildPro, or SupplyPro a plus. -Familiarity with construction plans, blueprints, and design documentation. -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach.

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