Jobs in Upland California

TITLE: Director, Inventory Strategy & Optimization

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Purchasing

REPORTS TO: VP of Supply Chain Planning

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Exempt

Gold Star Foods is the leading food distributor to K-12 schools in the United States. We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service. We know that it is our teammates who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day!

POSITION OVERVIEW:

GS Foods Group is seeking a Director, Inventory Strategy & Optimization to lead enterprise inventory strategy, replenishment analytics, and decision support across inventory, sourcing, and buying. This role serves as the single point of accountability for inventory economics across the enterprise—translating service objectives and growth ambitions into clear inventory targets, policies, and trade-offs.

This leader is responsible for defining inventory policies, targets, and analytical insights that improve inventory health, GMROI, service levels, and working capital performance. The Director partners closely with S&OP, Procurement, Finance, and IT to ensure inventory and replenishment decisions are grounded in rigorous analysis and consistently applied across the business.

This role plays a critical part in driving adoption of inventory policies, improving inventory productivity, and strengthening enterprise-wide discipline around replenishment and inventory decision-making.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set and lead the enterprise inventory strategy and replenishment analytics agenda.
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing optimization team through coaching, capability development, and clear performance expectations.
• Define and maintain inventory policies, including segmentation, service levels, safety stock strategies, and DIOH targets.
• Deliver decision-ready insights on inventory health, GMROI, cost structures, and service trade-offs.
• Shape sourcing and assortment decisions through inventory and margin economics.
• Prioritize inventory optimization and analytics use cases based on enterprise value and business impact.
• Ensure consistency of analytical assumptions and alignment with Finance.
• Drive adoption and trust in inventory policies, tools, and replenishment targets across the organization.
• Own inventory and replenishment system policies and parameters (e.g., segmentation, service levels, DIOH targets, buying parameters) across the business.
• Drive adoption, automation, and continuous improvement of system-generated replenishment targets (e.g., SOQs).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Deep expertise in inventory economics, GMROI, service-level trade-offs, and working capital management.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate complex analysis into executive-level insights and recommendations.
• Strategic mindset with strong operational and financial acumen.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence decision-making across Commercial, Operations, Procurement, Finance, and IT.
• Strong leadership skills with experience building and developing high-performing analytics or optimization teams.
• Ability to drive adoption of analytical tools, policies, and system-generated recommendations.
• Experience prioritizing initiatives based on business value and measurable impact.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in inventory management, replenishment, supply chain analytics, procurement analytics, or related disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting to 25 pounds on occasion.

EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled:

The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the teammate cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

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Border Patrol Agent (BPA) Entry Level A MISSION WORTHY OF A CAREER! If you're looking for "just a job," then stop reading right now.

But, if you're looking for a long-term federal law enforcement career, one that makes a difference every day to our country and its citizens, then the U.S.

Border Patrol (USBP) would like you to take the first step to becoming an entry level Border Patrol Agent.

USBP is hiring immediately to fill full-time, entry-level, career positions in federal law enforcement.

Train and work with an elite team of professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and sense of purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission of protecting America.

Now is the time to make your move because, along with excellent base pay, exceptional benefits, and job stability, USBP is offering up to $60,000 in additional incentives (see details below) .

Salary and Benefits Annual base salary for newly appointed BPAs varies per grade, as follows: GL-5/GL-7 $49,739
- $89,518 per year.

Border Patrol Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional ROTH 401(k) offering.
*Recruitment Incentive
* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents (as defined in 5 CFR 575.102 ) will be eligible for up to $20,000 in incentives.

The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the Border Patrol Academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location such as Sierra Blanca, Presidio, Sanderson, Comstock, Freer or Hebbronville, TX; Lordsburg, NM; or Ajo, AZ.
*Retention Incentive
* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over their first four years.

Duty Locations IMPORTANT NOTICE: Duty assignments available at the time of offer may include the Southwest Border, including prioritized locations.

U.S.

Border Patrol determines duty assignments at the time of offer based on operational needs, which may or may not align with candidates' first-choice preferences.

Relocation may be required.

Duty location impacts pay rates; locality pay for federal law enforcement is higher in some locations than others.

A fully trained BPA may be eligible for up to an additional 25% of base pay per the BPA Pay Reform Act of 2014.

This is a career ladder position with a grade level progression of GL-5, GL-7, GL-9, GS-11, and GS-12.

You will be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level (without reapplying) once you successfully complete 52 weeks in each grade level.

Duty Locations: You will be asked to select your preferred location for one of the following mission critical locations: Big Bend Sector Stations
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*Presidio, Van Horn,
*Sanderson, Alpine,
*Sierra Blanca, Marfa Buffalo Sector Stations
- Wellesley Island Del Rio Sector Stations
- Del Rio, Brackettville,
*Comstock, Eagle Pass North, Eagle Pass South, Carrizo Springs, Uvalde El Paso Sector Stations
- Alamogordo, Clint, Deming, El Paso, Fort Hancock, Las Cruces,
*Lordsburg, Santa Teresa, Ysleta El Centro Sector Stations
- El Centro, Indio, Calexico Grand Forks Sector Stations
- Pembina Havre Sector Stations
- Havre, Malta, Plentywood, Scobey, Sweetgrass Houlton Sector Stations
- Calais, Fort Fairfield, Jackman, Rangeley, Van Buren Laredo Sector Stations
- Laredo South, Cotulla,
*Hebbronville, Laredo West,
*Freer, Laredo North, Zapata Rio Grande Valley Sector Stations
- Rio Grande City, Fort Brown, McAllen, Brownsville, Falfurrias, Weslaco, Kingsville, Harlingen San Diego Sector Stations
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*Ajo, Tucson, Nogales, Douglas, Brian A Terry, Sonoita, Casa Grande, Three Points Substation, Willcox Yuma Sector Stations
- Blythe, Yuma, Wellton Duties and Responsibilities As a BPA, you will be part of our 60,000 workforce that strives to protect the American people by safeguarding our borders, deterring illicit activity, and enhancing the nation's economic prosperity.

Being a BPA makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession.

Typical assignments include: Detecting and questioning people suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations Preventing and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks Patrolling the international boundary and coastal waterways using a variety of government assets such as vehicles, horses, vessels, watercraft, off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles for the accomplishment of the USBP Mission.

Qualifications You qualify for the GL-5 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: One (1) year of general work experience that demonstrates the ability to take charge, make sound decisions, and maintain composure in stressful situations; to learn regulations, methods, and techniques through classroom training and/or on-the-job instruction; and the ability to gather concise information through questioning, observation, and examination of documents and records; OR Education Substitution: A bachelor's degree or successful completion of a full four-year course of study in any field leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; OR Combination of Experience and Education: A combination of general work experience AND successfully completed college education.

This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

You qualify for the GL-7 grade level if you possess one of the following: Experience: One year of specialized work experience that shows you have the skills necessary to: Make sound judgments and decisions in the use of firearms.

Deal effectively with people in a courteous and tactful manner in connection with law enforcement matters.

Analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions where you will be expected to make arrests after the completion of required training and apply these skills in a law enforcement capacity such as criminal code enforcement, determining violations of laws, correctional or rehabilitation work involving criminal offenders, security, military, etc.

The above experience will be applied in connection with the following: Make arrests and exercise sound judgment in the use of firearms; deal effectively with people in a courteous manner in connection with law enforcement matters; analyze information rapidly and make prompt decisions; or develop and maintain contact with a network of informants.

Education Substitution for the GL-7 grade level: A bachelor's degree with superior academic achievement, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average (i.e., GPA of 3.0 or higher out of a possible 4.0), or (3) honor society membership.

Or will receive a bachelor's degree with Superior Academic Achievement.

Or one full year of graduate-level education in a field of study related to law enforcement (e.g., criminal justice, homeland security, justice studies, law enforcement, courts and judicial systems, forensic technology, forensic psychology, or corrections and rehabilitation) from an accredited college or university; OR A Combination of Experience and Education: This will be calculated using your resume and official or unofficial transcripts submitted with your application.

Note: If you have previous or current law enforcement or military law enforcement experience, you may qualify at the GL-9 and or GS-11 grade level.

Please refer to the BPA GL-9
- 11 announcement.

Other Requirements Citizenship : You must be a U.S.

Citizen to apply for this position.

Residency : You must have had primary U.S.

residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.

Age Restriction : In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions.

Candidates must be referred for selection to the Border Patrol Agent position before reaching their 40th birthday in accordance with Department of Homeland Security Directive 251-03.

The age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving or have previously served in a federal civilian law enforcement (non-military) position covered by Title 5 U.S.C.

8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C.

8412(d).

Veterans' Preference : You may also be eligible for an excepted service Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA).

The age restriction does not apply if you are Veterans' Preference eligible.

Formal Training : After you are hired, you will be detailed to the U.S.

Border Patrol Academy in Artesia, New Mexico, for approximately six (6) months of intensive instruction in immigration and nationality laws, law enforcement and USBP-specific operations, driver training, physical techniques, firearms, and other courses.

Border Patrol work requires the ability to speak and read Spanish, as well as English.

Border Patrol Agents will be provided training to become proficient with the Spanish language at the Academy.

How to Apply: Click the Apply button on this site.

You will be linked to the CBP Talent Network registration page.

For Position of Interest, select Border Patrol Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions.

You'll then receive a link(s) to the BPA Job Opening Announcements (JOAs) on USAJOBS, the federal government's official employment site, to complete your application.

Be certain to review ALL details of the job opportunity announcement and follow all instructions in the application process, including items (resume, transcripts, etc.) to submit.

You will be evaluated based on your resume, supporting documents, and the BPA Entrance Exam .

If you have questions about the application process, contact a recruiter through the U.S.

Border Patrol page: /s/usbp .

As a subscriber to the CBP Talent Network, you'll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with CBP.

At Heritage Grocers Group, how we work is defined by shared values that include absolute integrity, respect, and collaboration. However, it's more than that; it's smart and highly driven people united in purpose to serve one another.

Bring your energy and unique perspective and you'll have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. You'll be part of a team that genuinely cares about helping you succeed, and you'll work alongside talented colleagues, while making a difference in our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Vice President, Produce, the Director of Produce has oversight to Produce categories in terms of itemization, innovation, and financial performance. The Director of Produce qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. The role is responsible for organizing and articulating the near and long-term strategic vision of the department and communicating that vision across the organization. The Role is also responsible for daily management of the department team of Category Managers, Purchasing Assistants, as well as a dotted line leadership of the schematics, replenishment, merchandising and support teams. The Role requires direct management of some categories.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• General oversight of the performance of the Produce Department's Category Management Team.
• Negotiate costs, promotions, assortment and other metrics with vendors/suppliers for assigned categories of products managed.
• Analyze sales and profit performance for assigned categories and suppliers/vendors and make appropriate business decisions related to results as well as for the entire department.
• Collaborates with procurement team in appropriate inventory management and creation of purchase orders for products handled through our self-distribution process. Negotiate favorable costs and terms.
• Dedicate appropriate time and effort into the innovation of assortment and merchandising for assigned categories and the department overall.
• Responsible for driving sales growth with new items and promotions.
• Complete full Category Review Process with all assigned categories minimally once per year.
• Accountable to full financial performance of assigned categories and the financial performance of the entire department.
• Provide strong customer service to Team Members.
• Manage relationships with Strategic Vendor Partners and garners support (financial, resources) to sustain the strategic vision.
• Develop Category Business Plans (CBP) for managed categories.
• Work collaboratively with all Team Members to create effective vendor relationships; establish strategic relations with key suppliers and manage vendor funding to drive profitable category growth.
• Approve section sizes and adjacencies in schematic plans for individually managed categories.
• Collaborates in the creation of business case for capital expenditures (shelving, fixtures, and store layout) to present to Senior Management.
• Provide daily performance and administrative leadership of the department team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience in product negotiation and procurement.
• Knowledge of supplier and logistic systems, as well as knowledge of the federal grade/product standards and regulations.
• Understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices.
• Integrate with local management, be part of a team, and drive business results.
• Ability to be persuasive and relentless in reinforcing the best interests of the Company.
• Effective communicator, particularly when it comes to discussing Human Resources/Compliance matters with management or the department.
• Works well under pressure and multitask.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK CONDITIONS

The physical demands and work conditions below represent those that must be met or be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Some requirements may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, and use the hands to handle objects, tools, or controls.
• Successful performance requires vision abilities that include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment is typical of an office and retail store. The noise level ranges from quiet to loud.
• LIFTING: Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER NOTICE

The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of business or the work environment change.

Disclaimer:

Pay Scale $195,000 to $200,000 annual salary

The pay scale above is the salary or hourly wage range that the Company reasonably expects to pay for this position.

Within this range, individual pay is determined by location and other factors including, but not limited to, specific skills, relevant work experience, and relevant education and/or training. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with California Labor Code § 432.3 and state and local minimum wage standards.

At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That's why our Operations, Lab Services, Sales, and many other Avantor teams rely on our talent acquisition initiatives to attract, engage and hire the right talent. Avantor's Sales vertical is a crucial part of this mix, enabling all our internal teams worldwide to grow beyond their limits.

Under general supervision, the Sales Representative is responsible for selling products and/or services to a group of clients and identify new and potential customers in order to reach the project profitability and billing levels within an assigned sales territory and/or account. Activities include: negotiation, sale, installation or delivery, and post-sale services. Responsible for securing and maintaining distribution of products and/or services and maintaining effective agreements.

This person MUST reside in near proximity to South San Francisco, CA.

What we're looking for:

• Education: College degree or equivalent/applicable experience
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience working in a complex sales environment, where multiple people are involved in the purchasing decision and there is a solution-based selling approach
  • A proven track record of verifiable sales success driving growth with a consultative, strategic selling approach
  • Business-to-business sales experience, with preference given to those with distribution experience and a scientific background and/or having work in a laboratory or research environment
  • Demonstrated capability to effectively utilize best in class selling processes (e.g. SPIN, Challenger, Miller Heiman) and technology platforms including and Qlikview

Who you are:

• Science or manufacturing research background preferred
• Excellent communication and team interaction skills, routinely interacting with customers, manufacturers, and staff
• Ability to carry on a business conversation with business owners and decision makers
• Ability to handle difficult situations and interactions
• Ability to work independently and successfully manage time and territory
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to sell strategically within an account
• Ability to understand individual customer operations
• Willingness to travel to customer locations
• Computer Knowledge (Microsoft Office)
• Holder of a valid Driver's License

How you will thrive and create an impact:

• Provide Avantor solutions to customers across assigned market segments.
• Manage a territory consisting of many customers across various markets.
• Prospect and establish new customers by managing a sales pipeline and developing and delivering proposals to customers by illustrating Avantor's value proposition.
• Sell consultatively, detailing products, determine customer needs and requirements, and make recommendations to both prospects and customers of the various solutions Avantor can offer their business.
• Work with sales management to develop strategic territory business plans for achievement of sales growth and quota attainment.
• Work in conjunction with sales management team providing proposals and implementing sales strategies to achieve sales growth.
• Build and sustain relationships with customers and ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Manage Avantor's vast product portfolio and execute and implement company defined sales and marketing strategies.
• Expand Avantor's role with existing customers by developing retention strategies illustrating Avantor's value proposition in conjunction with evolving customer requirements.
• Leverage available resources to effectively implement company marketing plan, strategies and sales processes.
• Represent and develop strong relationships with manufacturers.
• Work directly with local manufacturer representatives to develop and continually improve product knowledge, arrive at most favored pricing, and improve account profitability.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

This reflects base salary.

This position is subject to incentive compensation, where the expected pre-tax Target Cash Opportunity ("TCO") for this position is based on the achieved sales and in the amount/range of,

Actual Pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and eligible geographic location.

TCO is defined as Base Salary + Target Sales Incentive (Sales Incentive eligible role only).

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

Avantor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, health savings and flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, and an employee stock purchase program. Employees also receive 11 paid holidays, accrue 18 PTO days annually, are eligible for volunteer time off and 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave (except in states that offer paid family leave). These benefits may not apply to employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement or those subject to other eligibility rules.

About the Company:

Apex Imaging Services is a nationwide custom solution provider for multi-site remodels and rollouts in the retail and restaurant industries. We’re revolutionizing the commercial multi-site remodel industry at Apex by developing leading-edge technology and blending it with our team of skilled tradespeople.

About the Role:

The Assistant Estimator will learn how to read and interpret plans to accurately estimate the total cost of construction projects. The role involves performing detailed take-offs, communicating and organizing scope and material lists with vendors and subcontractors, and presenting and handing off estimates to the Project Management and Business Development team. The Assistant Estimator will support the Estimating team to detail the scope of work for each trade, cost per trade/subcontractor, site services, material requirements, lead times, and develop a critical path for project execution.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Minimum of 1+ years of experience in construction management experience or related degree with the desire to learn and grow in this field
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, details, and specifications accurately.
• Experience in sourcing, vetting, and selecting subcontractors for project execution.

Responsibilities:

The responsibilities of the Assistant Estimator include but are not limited to:

• Partner with Estimating team to provide precise project estimates and bid proposals, including comprehensive project takeoffs, detailed budgets, and job costing.
• Draft and manage construction contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Demonstrate advanced computer skills with in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Familiarity with Microsoft Project, Timberline, and other estimating software is highly desirable.
• Have a hand in each project from the estimation phase through to the handoff to the Project Management (PM) team. Develop critical paths and Gantt charts to illustrate and present cost details and bid submissions, including inspections, milestones, and trade alignment.
• Write, submit, and track Requests for Information (RFIs) as required on client portals such as Lucernex, ProCore, ProTrack, Project Mates, etc.
• Read and interpret plans as needed to support specific trade scopes and address RFIs effectively.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting the project manager and project team with project documentation and control, job cost accounting, scheduling, and construction supervision efforts. In order to be successful, this candidate should feel comfortable taking on many tasks that require various skills, and appropriately prioritizing those tasks' completion. 

Responsibilities

• Assist with on-site management to ensure project success
• Ensure project plan is moving forward to meet anticipated deadlines
• Responsible for communicating jobs progress at weekly meetings
• Responsible for project change orders due to conflicts/unforeseen situation
• Project scheduling from start to finish, includes scheduling sub contractors when needed
• Communicating with Supervisors/Foreman's for each project and gathering information
• Communicating with Project Managers on a daily for projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Business Management or equivalent experience
• 10 years' of experience as a project engineer in wet utilities (Water, Sewer, Storm Drain)
• Strong experience in excel, Bluebeam, Microsoft, project scheduling
• Must have knowledge with rules, regulations, best practices and performance standards in Wet Utilities( Water, Sewer, Storm Drain

Salary

120,000 to 150,000 per year with benefits

National CORE is seeking a Construction Estimator with multifamily experience to join our growing team. This role is an integral part of the preconstruction process and plays a key role in ensuring our projects are thoughtfully designed, accurately budgeted, and financially feasible from concept through construction.

We are looking for someone who enjoys collaboration, takes pride in accuracy, and wants to apply their multifamily construction expertise to meaningful, mission-driven work.

Please note candidates without multifamily estimating experience will not be considered.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare detailed cost estimates for multifamily residential developments at various design stages
• Review drawings and specifications to develop accurate quantity take-offs
• Partner with development, design, and construction teams to align budgets with project goals
• Solicit and evaluate subcontractor and supplier pricing
• Identify value-engineering opportunities while maintaining quality and long-term durability
• Track cost trends, escalation, and market conditions affecting multifamily construction
• Support funding applications, lenders, and internal approvals with clear and accurate cost data
• Assist with change order pricing and cost control as projects move into construction

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of construction estimating experience with a strong focus on multifamily projects (required)
• Hands-on multifamily experience is essential; candidates without this background will not be considered
• Solid understanding of multifamily construction methods, materials, and sequencing
• Experience with affordable housing or publicly funded projects is a plus
• Proficiency in estimating software and Excel
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a nonprofit or mission-driven environment
• Familiarity with prevailing wage, public funding requirements, or regulatory compliance
• Knowledge of sustainable or green building practices

About National CORE

National CORE is a nonprofit affordable housing developer dedicated to building strong, healthy communities across the country. We create high-quality, sustainable multifamily housing for families, seniors, and individuals with special needs. Our team is passionate, collaborative, and deeply committed to making a positive social impact through thoughtful development and construction.

How to Apply

If you have multifamily construction estimating experience and are excited about contributing your skills to a purpose-driven organization, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and relevant project experience.

Company Description

CORE is one of the nation's largest non-profit affordable housing developers with a 30-year track record in community revitalization. We transform the economic and social future of communities by building quality, affordable housing combined with best practice social services to improve the self-sufficiency of our residents.