Responsibilities The Starts Coordinator is responsible for ensuring that new home sales are started in a timely manner to meet division and corporate cycle time goals while managing starts schedule.
This position will work with construction, centralized scheduling, mortgage, design studio and municipalities to gather all information required to start homes.
Track and manage the starts schedule including permit status, lot information, while maintaining the starts calendar.Request, completed documents as needed and monitor pre-starts cycle time milestones, plot plan applications and requirements, municipal applications and any other requirements needed to complete the start process.Request permit options from Sales team and prepare required permit documents.Review plot plans for accuracy prior to submittal to local municipalitiesContinuous monitoring of submitted permit applications across all communities and communication of permit status to Production Manager, VP of Operations, and Construction ManagersManage consultant preparing detailed community maps of starts, closings, plans and elevationsProvides estimates of permit fees to Finance Department for budgeting purposesManage and ensure payment of all fees relating to permitting, utilities, and re-inspectionsPrepares and processes check requests for permits, Forward Planning, and Operations DepartmentsTracks review and approval of draft plot plans by Sales and Construction ManagersRevises and updates Division Starts Tracker with sales and permit statusMaintain multiple EXCEL trackers of sales, plots, permits, costs, option selections, etc. status and costsMaintain communication with multiple departments concerning status of start,



and items needed to complete packages and upload pertinent information to BuildPro including communicating to trades when information is available Qualifications Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred.Minimum of 5 years of experience in an office support position.
Prefer a construction background and experience/knowledge in the homebuilding industryStrong computer skills with expertise in Microsoft Windows Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and ExcelGood Oral/Written Communication and Interpersonal Skills, ability to communicate effectively in a professional mannerAbility to give, receive, analyze information, and interpret complex issues in order to determine the root problem and make effective decisions to bring the issue to a successful conclusion Highly organized and flexible; with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines, often with frequent interruptions and changing circumstances, in a high-volume fast-paced work environment Daily interactions with Trade Partners, construction personnel, Sales, Municipalities, and employees at all levels of the organizationAbility to handle the stress of dealing with trades, and react favorably to resolve issues in a positive mannerTeam Player; and demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teamsWork is generally performed in an office environmentWork is generally performed during what is considered to be normal business hours,



however the job may require extended hours and weekends to meet business needs Overview Are you looking for an incredible career chance?
Then Meritage Homes is the place for you!
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We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as bringing their authentic self every day to be part of an inclusive organization.
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When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including: A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every levelAn organization that lives by its core values everydayTeam atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital assetState of the art technology to provide an optimal working environmentA competitive pay structureStrong benefitsFlexibility in work-life integrationTeam-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the companyOpportunity to further your career in a growing national organizationMaintain a competitive drive to be the best

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