Starts Coordinator

Our Story

Are you are looking for a fun new place to call home? If you desire the opportunity to work with people that feel like family, a place that values respect of others, ownership for your role in the organization, and freedom to do the right thing, you just may have what it takes to be a Chesmarian.

Chesmar Homes entered the Texas market in 2005 with a mission and philosophy rooted in the core values: Do the Right Thing, Respect Everyone, Ownership, Freedom & Responsibility, and Having Fun. Three years ago, Chesmar joined the Sekisui House family, one of the world’s largest homebuilders and together we are dedicated to making home the happiest place in the world.

We focus on building uniquely styled homes with superior craftsmanship, aspiring to be the builder of choice for our homeowners. At Chesmar Homes, we believe in fostering an inclusive work environment that promotes work-life balance and supports our team in every way. We are Chesmarians, united in setting the higher standard in everything we do. Building homes is not just our job; it’s our passion, ingrained in our DNA.

Your Next Great Adventure

The Starts Coordinator is responsible for obtaining the necessary permits to begin new home construction in the division's communities. Key duties include ensuring that all components of the permit application package (e.g., completed forms, floorplans, plot plans, payments) are accurate and complete, and providing Construction Managers with the correct floorplan and elevation plans before construction starts.

Success is Built On

• College Degree preferred, but not required
• 1 + year of homebuilding, construction permitting, or purchasing experience preferred
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Exemplary customer service skills.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Attention to detail to ensure tasks are completed thoroughly and correctly in fast-paced high work volume
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively with all employees
• Flexibility to help assist with new task and office change
• Capacity to prioritize and delegate tasks
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi- task and prioritize work
• Must have a valid driver’s license and successfully pass a background check

Perks

We want all people to be “better” for being part of Chesmar. Better is defined as better professionally, better financially, better physically and better mentally. Our benefits programs are designed to help you meet those goals. We include opportunities for professional development and continued education, generous 401k and tuition reimbursement programs, unique medical benefits focused on helping you stay healthy, and multiple options for mental and physical wellness along with a generous PTO policy.

Chesmar Homes is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees. We welcome applications regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

If this sounds like fun, we would love to hear your story. Apply today and join the Chesmar Homes family!