*D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S.,*was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website atwww.drhorton.comfor more information. *D.R. Horton, Inc.*is currently looking for an*_Estimator_*. The right candidate will Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, material, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services. *Essential Duties and Responsibilities*include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Perform quantity take-offs to prepare detailed estimates in accordance with drawings and specifications * Review Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a qualification of scope * Interpret architectural drawings and specifications to determine project requirements * Maintain computer databases (pricing, estimates, items, etc.) * Approve/process all over-budget purchase orders * Assist with maintaining take-offs, item cost, and contract pricing * Assist in cost negotiations * Field phone calls from potential new vendors as well as field staff * Obtain vendor quotes * Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company * Ability to work overtime *Education and/or Experience* * Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school * Two to four years of related experience and/or training in the residential construction industry * Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license * Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications * Proficiency with MS Office and email * Ability to sit for majority of 8-hour workday; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and peripheral vision * The noise level is generally moderate * * *Preferred Qualifications* * Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university preferred * Knowledge of estimating software such as Blue Beam * Effective communication skills * The ability to meet multiple deadlines and attention to detail Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including: * Medical, Vision and Dental * 401(K) * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Flex Spending Accounts * Life Insurance * Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays */Build YOUR future with D.R. Horton, America’s Builder. #WeBuildPeople2/* Followus on social media @hortoncareers for an inside look at our company and connect with us on LinkedIn for up to date job listings! LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram **Job:** **Purchasing* **Organization:** **Home Builder* **Title:** *Estimator* **Location:** *GA-Martinez* **Requisition ID:** *2404842*