Purchasing Specialist Jobs in Houston, TX

Your Impact at Empire
The Purchasing Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and timely cost estimates. This role analyzes plans, specifications, and material requirements to determine project budgets, supports bidding processes, and collaborates with project managers, architects, and subcontractors to ensure cost efficiency and profitability. The estimator plays a critical role in forecasting expenses, managing risks, and maintaining competitive pricing while upholding quality standards.
This role is located on site in the Houston, TX division office located at 11450 Compaq Center W Dr, St 470, Houston, TX 77070.

What We Are Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 2+ years of estimating experience in residential construction
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, methods, and cost estimating principles
• Proficiency in estimating software and tools; PlanSwift and NewStar a plus
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills with high attention to detail

Why Join Empire?
Joining Empire isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about establishing a meaningful connection with the work you do. Just as every nail driven and every beam laid sets the stage for creating a home, at Empire, we believe our employees lay the foundation for us to do great work and Fuel Growth in People and Places.
Here are some exclusive offerings at Empire that we are really excited about – and we think you’ll appreciate too:

• Opportunity to collaborate with other skilled and visionary professionals.
• Receive exclusive discounts on Empire Homes through our Employee Home Ownership Program.
• Enjoy peace of mind with our employer paid benefits.
• Invest in your future with employer sponsored 401k plans.
• Keep growing your career with continuing education support and opportunities for learning & development.
• Join a company that believes your time outside of work is just as important as your time inside work.

What You’ll Be Doing Each Day

• Prepare detailed cost estimates based on construction drawings, specifications, and scope of work for residential projects.
• Solicit, review, and analyze bids from subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive and accurate pricing.
• Develop and maintain cost databases, historical pricing, and estimating tools for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with project managers, designers, and field teams to validate assumptions and refine budgets.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Monitor market trends, material costs, and labor rates to adjust estimates and forecasts accordingly.

Who We Are
We are one of North America’s largest private homebuilders, with locations in Ontario, Texas, Georgia, the Carolinas, Tennessee, and Colorado.
There is no set path at Empire; we offer you the opportunity to build your career in ways you never imagined. Our purpose is Fueling Growth in People and Places and your experiences at Empire will take you where you want to grow.
Empire Communities is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, citizenship, religion, sex, national origin, disability or with respect to any other status protected under federal, state, and local laws or ordinances. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons.

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