Purchasing Agent - Empire Colorado X Covington Homes

We are thrilled to announce that Empire Communities has formed a strategic partnership with Colorado Springs-based builder Covington Homes. This exciting collaboration further diversifies and expands our presence in the U.S. to eight vibrant markets now including Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Your Impact at Empire 

Under the direction of the Director of Purchasing, the Purchasing Agent is responsible for material takeoffs for new plans and options as well as maintaining takeoffs for existing plans. The Purchasing Agent will assist in value engineering, plan pricing, review and evaluation of cost estimates.

This role is located at our Empire Colorado office in Colorado Springs, CO. 

 
What We Are Looking For: 

• Post-secondary education in Construction Management, Business, Accounting, or related field

• 3+ years’ experience in the new home/residential construction industry; specifically within the purchasing or estimating function

• Knowledge and experience in Builder Accounting and Purchasing software systems (NewStar, BuildPro, JD Edwards)

• Knowledge of construction trades and building materials, thorough in plans reading, understanding and knowledge of the entire residential construction process

 
Bonus If You Have These Skills: 

• Strong proficiency in MS Office, Excel
• Strong technical acumen in determining requirements for takeoffs based on plans

 
Why Join Empire? 

Joining Empire isn’t just about finding a job; it’s about establishing a meaningful connection with the work you do. At Empire, we are redefining what it means to work in the homebuilding industry by fostering a culture of creativity and excellence. We firmly believe our employees are the cornerstone of our success, empowering 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  

• Accurately input contract pricing into accounting and purchasing software as well as audit data input to ensure accuracy of data
• Assure all contract documents are executed and returned within prescribed time frames, process vendors and vendor contracts, track vendor contracts, and track vendor insurance
• Qualify all proposals to ensure that bids are aligned and consistent and include all specifications, scopes, and details as well as create bid comparisons and spread bid numbers
• Read and interpret blueprints, specifications and scope documents to prepare, analyze, and maintain through take offs with accurate quantities
• Prepare and distribute bid packages for new products and projects and prepare project estimates (feasibilities) and assist in establishing proformas
• Creatively source new products to help lower cost and improve quality/aesthetic appeal of production homes
• Assist in development and updates for detailed scope of work for trades

 
Who We Are 

We are one of North America’s largest private homebuilders, with locations in Ontario, Texas, Georgia, the Carolinas, Colorado, and Tennessee.  

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. 

Transparent Pay Structure

The anticipated compensation range for this position is $68,000-$85,000 annually. The salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of relevant job experience, years of experience within the required industry, education, work location, etc. Empire Communities is a multi-state employer and the salary ranges indicated herein may not reflect positions located in other states.

#LI-ONSITE  

Empire Communities is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, citizenship, religion, sex, natural 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.