Absolute Group

Construction Estimator

Ankeny, IA
Full Time
Greenland Homes - Estimating
Experienced
Greenland Homes, an employee-owned residential home builder in the Des Moines area, and division of Absolute Group, is 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 family.  

Principal Responsibilities:
  • Provide direct input and guidance on plan designs and modifications.
  • Become an active liaison for current vendor and trade relationships while cultivating positive and product new ones.
  • Adjust plan and option pricing due to changing circumstances or development requirements.
  • Input cost and product-specific information into builder's software system.
  • Update and issue work orders.
  • Coordinate with fun and productive outside staff to ensure clear communication and efficient builds.
  • Work with diligent and professional inside staff to monitor changing input costs and modify plans and options as needed. 
Qualifications:
  • Knowledge of new home construction processes, blueprints and materials.
  • Desire to fit into a humble group of blue-collar individuals focused on the current task at hand.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite software and strong computer skills
  • Ability to demonstrate positivity, confidence and respect in a team-oriented setting.
  • Knowledge of builder software, specifically MarkSystems, a plus.
  • Skill set to encourage common sense problem-solving and analytical results.
  • Ability to self-start, coordinate, share and finish in a dynamic career environment.
Greenland Homes has maintained a prominent presence in the Des Moines metro for nearly two decades.  Our reliance on excellent employees and strong partnerships has been at the forefront of our company's success. Being part of Absolute Group now allows employees to take an ownership stake in our future success.

Absolute Group's stated core values are: Dependable, Driven, Fearless Respectful and Family.
As an 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
  • Company-sponsored outings and events
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