Starts Coordinator

Job Summary

M / I Homes has been building new homes of outstanding quality and superior design for more than 40 years. Founded in 1976 by Irving and Melvin Schottenstein and guided by Irving's drive to always "treat the customer right," we have fulfilled the dreams of over 140,000 homeowners and grown to become one of the nation's leading homebuilders. M / I Homes started as a family business and grew into a national leader in a single generation with divisions in 17 markets, including Austin, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Columbus, Dallas, Detroit, Ft. Myers / Naples, Houston, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Nashville, Orlando, Raleigh, San Antonio, Sarasota, and Tampa.

Duties And Responsibilities

Accountable for finalizing new home start packages and oversees adherence to the start and warranty processes. Manages, processes, and reports variance costs for field related expenses.

• Demonstrate ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment, while ensuring all deadlines are met accurately and on time.
• Responsible for carrying out administrative tasks such as updating reports and maintaining plan files.
• Track and manage the starts scheduling and project timelines.
• Record accurate receipt dates in JDE when documents are received and maintain up-to-date notes regarding any revisions.
• Collaborate with field operations and multiple departments to verify the accuracy of all documentation to ensure timely project starts.
• Provide support to the field by addressing and assisting with issues that arise.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of building permits and community architectural review.
• Prepare and compile all construction related documents to provide an accurate and complete job package.
• Communicate with contractors, municipalities, and community architectural review committees to ensure timely receipt of documents and approvals.
• Update documentation on specs and sold specs regarding mark ups and verifying selections before dispersing to the field.
• Prepare and process check requests for municipal applications and ensure payment.
• Review plans for accuracy prior to submittals to different municipalities.
• Post and maintain home specific data to the extranet.
• Maintain a courteous and professional relationship with municipality departments.
• Any additional tasks as directed by the starts manager.

Requirements

Minimum Education Experience : High school graduate with basic academic and practical skills gained through school curriculum combined with at least one year of related work experience and / or training; general knowledge of administrative skills and office functions.

Skills and Abilities : General office and administrative skills to assist in the processing of departmental workflow. Customer-service oriented with professional and courteous attitude. Good verbal and written communication skills for interaction with a variety of people inside and outside of organization; ability to follow oral and written instructions. Good working knowledge of word processing, estimating and spreadsheet software packages.

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements : Office environment.

Benefits M / I Homes offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off and paid holidays, paid parental leave, traditional and Roth 401(k) options, profit sharing plan, employee stock purchase plan, employee home purchase plan and more.

We are proud to be an EEO / AA employer M / F / D / V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.