BIM Analyst I

Job Summary

As a BIM Analyst I at Fischer Homes, you will play a key role in creating and maintaining accurate residential construction estimates and takeoffs by utilizing MiTek KOVA software.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to demonstrate creative problem-solving and work with a team to ensure accurate residential construction estimates for the organization.

The most rewarding aspect of this role is that you will help ensure we provide customers with a building experience that stays within the budget and on time.

You will thrive in this role if you:
Collaborate seamlessly with numerous departments and teams.
Demonstrate creative problem-solving to make your role more efficient.
Are extremely detail-oriented and organized.
Manage multiple tasks well while ensuring follow-up and meeting deadlines.
Able to apply production home builder option logic.

These skills will be used to:
Navigate sophisticated residential construction estimating software.
Create and maintain takeoff spreadsheets with BOM (Bill of Material) and construction assemblies to create accurate Purchase Order SKUs.
Assist with root-causing takeoff variances and applying corrections to formulas and coding errors.
Maintain existing takeoffs per architecture plan revisions.
Work to quality control jobs before Purchase Orders are released by testing the takeoffs and assemblies.
Help develop and improve estimating standards when required.

This also includes working with purchasing, product offering, and sales (specification changes, code changes, new materials, developing assemblies for new options, etc.).

Monitor the library of home types for estimate and takeoff accuracy.
Develop and refine scopes of work, SKUs, and estimating best practices.
Develop, document, test, and refine current estimating take-off procedures.
Participate in special projects as requested by Fischer Homes Management.
Compare live estimates with comparable jobs, reviewing all quantities and resources.
Document errors relative to construction documents (prints/Architectural revision forms) and selections.
Work to improve the current operating system to improve overall department efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or a similar field
Solid background of 2-4 applicable years of residential single-family experience
Experience with MiTek Sapphire Build (KOVA) / Blackpoint

Physical demands and work environment:

Must use sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the telephone and face-to-face contact.

Must be able to effectively use and operate various office-related equipment such as but not limited to the computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.

Must be able to sit for long periods with low periods of reaching and standing.

The Value of a career with Fischer Homes
Fischer Homes is one of the largest and most reputable home builders in the Midwestern and Southeastern states. Founded in 1980, the company has grown to build over 40,000 homes and employs over 700 Associates.

Fischer Homes' solid reputation has been built largely by the talent of our Associates as we have been recognized as the 32nd largest builder in the United States.

We value diversity within the Fischer Homes organization and see each Associate as a team member and valuable asset.

We select highly competent individuals to join our team, provide them with the resources, training, and development possible to make significant contributions and drive their success while determining their career paths.

The rewards for their efforts are:
Professional Development Training programs
Tuition Reimbursement
Competitive Compensation
401(k) with Company matching contributions and profit-sharing
Employee Life Insurance
Personal time off
Inclusive Leave

Fischer Homes holds the highest ethical standards of business. We are honest and straightforward and will stand by our word. Our actions demonstrate respect, courtesy, and above all, fairness.

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