Operations Coordinator

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for an Operations Coordinator in the Operations Department. The right candidate will be responsible for coordinating and maintaining various aspects of operations in the construction and closing of single and multi-family homes. Responsible for coordinating all documents required for submitting and obtaining utility and building permits, water taps and impact fees. Coordinate with the division departments and external contacts to ensure all deadlines for building plans and permits are completed on time.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain responsibility for the complete architectural plan approval process through various municipalities
• Coordinate with the consultants (architect, drafting, engineering, etc.) for the timely submission of plan approval and to work to ensure timely response to consultant’s questions
• Manage the division’s timely production of house product by implementing, maintaining, and monitoring construction using On-Schedule
• Follow processes and procedures to maximize resources to meet division goals and objectives
• Manage the “start” process – coordinate with Land Development, Permitting, Purchasing, Construction, Sales, and Operations to determine and begin the process of building homes
• Work with bonding company and townships to post required bonds
• Work with management to set up home specs
• Responsible for securing the timely preparation and submission of plot plans, zoning applications, water and sewer connections, and building permits through various municipalities based on construction deadlines
• Prepare and submit timely check requests, and payments for permits, water and sewer taps and impact fees
• Maintain a professional and courteous relationship with municipality departments and staff members
• Serve as the designated division contact for permit and/or other issues and respond promptly
• Record building permit information into JD Edwards (JDE) to maintain the construction scheduling software
• Ability to work with Marketing and Sales team for sign and model permits
• Conducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
• Provide administrative operational support as needed
• Assist in other departments as needed
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Additional duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two to four years of related experience and/or training
• Must have a vehicle and a valid driver’s license
• Possess exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well within a team
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
• Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred
• JD Edwards experience a plus
• Bilingual a plus
• Provide attention to detail and manage multiple responsibilities communication skills

Compensation

• Annual Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000, depending on qualifications and experience
• Competitive Bonus Structure

Come join a winning team! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401(K)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Time and Company Holidays
• Multiple Voluntary and Company provided Benefits