Estimating Manager

Who We Are

Villa is building America’s leading next-generation homebuilding platform. With a mission to be the easiest, fastest and most cost-efficient way to build homes, Villa is a highly scalable new approach to offsite homebuilding and is critical in solving the many problems facing the U.S. housing market. Villa provides end-to-end services for customers that span feasibility, design, permitting, and construction of high-quality homes built using modern offsite construction. Villa is currently the largest ADU builder in California and is growing rapidly into other housing products and geographies.

Role Overview:

We’re seeking an exceptional Estimating Manager to manage the Estimating team supporting ADU and home-building projects throughout California and our next growth state. You will also have the opportunity to deliver long-term impact to the business by structuring our systems, working with our executive team, and shaping our culture.

This is a full-time, remote role that reports into the VP of Operations. We will only accept candidates based in California, Colorado, or Texas.

What You'll Do:

• Manage a team that prepares and estimates budget costs for Villa’s prefabricated D2C, B2B, and infill construction sites
• Research and review construction and design documents and analyze specifications to determine estimated costs
• Critically analyze bid documents and understand risk and opportunities
• Constantly monitor the team’s progress and performance to ensure a quality product is delivered within the service level agreements
• Write up and present budgets, reports, and project plans
• Collaborate with Preconstruction & Vendor Management teams to continuously improve pricing and optimize estimate accuracy
• Work closely with the Sales team to meet sales goals and make strategy adjustments
• Maintain, update, and improve estimating tooling, cost database & SOPs
• Establish pricing for new product lines and product-driven changes
• Evaluate new project sites for feasibility, pinpoint potential challenges, and present project-specific solutions
• Create cost estimates for change orders
• Navigate and understand building codes
• Stays up to date with safety codes and improvements in construction
• Manage budget for team and hold the organization accountable for hitting goals that affect Villa’s financials
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and ensure accurate KPI and metrics reporting and results
• Resolve complex construction project-related escalations and disputes
• Develop and implement internal policies and procedures, bringing in best practices from other companies and industries as necessary
• Grow, lead, and mentor a team of Estimators through guidance, support, and training
• Lead change management, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption
• Assist the VP of Operations with company-wide initiatives, including quarterly and annual planning

What We Look For:

• Leadership by example as to how to best represent the company’s and clients’ interests
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience drafting clear communications that demonstrate attention to detail
• A track record of personal accountability and a high standard of integrity and professionalism
• Demonstrated resilience and a desire to succeed in the face of new and/or unforeseen challenges
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Strong understanding of financial fundamentals, including budgeting, revenue recognition, and how your team’s activities tie to our Annual Operating Plan
• Eagerness to foster and grow a team with a willingness to handle escalations
• Team player with a strong desire to help reinforce and improve internal processes
• Hands-on work style with the ability to collaborate and prioritize (constantly looking for how things can be done more simply or automated)
• Receptive to feedback, with the willingness to learn and embrace continuous improvement
• Creative problem-solving and multi-tasking skills to fluidly and effectively find answers to complex issues — find a way!
• Successful experience in mentoring and coaching your team to grow in the organization
• Bachelor's Degree with 5+ years of experience in a management role and with Estimating or Financial responsibilities

$125,000 - $147,000 a year

There may be future opportunities for pay progression based on continued strong performance in the role.

Full-time positions are also eligible for a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes medical health insurance, 401K, equity in the form of Stock Options, Paid Time Off, Short Term Disability leave, generous Parental Leave and a range of other benefits.

We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you're excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply.

Villa is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles FCIHO, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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